Author Guidelines

Manuscript Preparation

Authors are required to prepare manuscripts using the official manuscript template of Sarwahita: Jurnal Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat. The manuscript should present an original community service activity that addresses specific problems or needs of a target community or partner. Articles should explain the background and urgency of the activity, the approach used, the results obtained, and the contribution of the program to the community or partner.

Manuscripts may be written in Bahasa Indonesia or English and should use clear, concise, and academic language. Authors must follow the structure, formatting, citation, and reference requirements provided in the official manuscript template.

 

Manuscript Structure

Title

The title should be concise, specific, informative, and relevant to the content of the article, with a maximum of 15 words.

For manuscripts written in Bahasa Indonesia, both a Bahasa Indonesia title and an English title are required. Manuscripts written entirely in English require only an English title. Title formatting should follow the official manuscript template.

Authors and Affiliations

Author names should be written without academic or professional titles. The order of authors should reflect their contributions to the community service activity and manuscript preparation.

Affiliations should include the department or study program, faculty or institutional unit, institution, address, city, postal code, and country. The corresponding author must be clearly indicated with an active email address.

Abstract

The manuscript must contain abstracts in Bahasa Indonesia and English.

Each abstract should:

  • consist of 150–250 words;
  • be written in a single paragraph;
  • not contain citations, tables, or figures.

The abstract should briefly explain:

  1. the background or problems faced by the community;
  2. the objective of the community service program;
  3. the method or intervention implemented;
  4. the main results or outcomes;
  5. the contributions or impact of the program.

Keywords

Provide 3–5 keywords or phrases, separated by semicolons (;). Keywords should represent the main problem, approach, and contribution of the community service activity.

1. INTRODUCTION

The Introduction should establish the context and urgency of the community service activity. It should describe the community or partner's problems or needs, supported by relevant data and recent references. Authors should explain the gap or unresolved problem, the relevance and novelty of the proposed activity, and the characteristics of the target community or partner when relevant.

The Introduction should conclude with clear objectives that are directly related to the identified problems. The discussion should demonstrate why the activity is necessary and what contribution it is expected to provide.

2. LITERATURE REVIEW

The Literature Review should provide relevant theoretical and empirical foundations for the community service activity. It should explain concepts, approaches, previous studies, or previous community service programs that support the selected intervention.

Authors should prioritize primary and recent academic sources, particularly journal articles and conference proceedings, preferably published within the last 10 years.

3. METHOD

The Methods section should clearly describe how the community service program was designed and implemented.

Authors should explain:

  • location of the activity;
  • characteristics of the community or partner;
  • identification of community problems;
  • stages of program implementation;
  • methods or approaches used;
  • forms of intervention;
  • instruments or media used;
  • evaluation methods and indicators of success.

The method should provide sufficient information for readers to understand the implementation process.

A flowchart or diagram may be used when necessary.

4. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION

The Results and Discussion section should present the outcomes of the community service program and provide a critical interpretation of the findings.

This section may include:

a. Initial Conditions

Describe the conditions of the community or partner before the intervention.

b. Program Implementation

Explain the implementation process and important stages of the program.

c. Results and Outcomes

Present measurable results or changes resulting from the program, such as:

  • increased knowledge;
  • improved skills;
  • behavioral changes;
  • increased productivity;
  • improved institutional capacity;
  • development of products or innovations;
  • improved community participation;
  • other relevant outcomes.

Results should be supported by appropriate evidence, including tables, figures, evaluation data, or other relevant documentation.

d. Discussion

The discussion should interpret the findings and explain:

  • why the outcomes occurred;
  • factors supporting or limiting the program;
  • comparison with relevant previous studies;
  • implications of the program;
  • potential for replication or development.

Photographs of activities should be used as supporting documentation and should not be the only evidence of program success.

e. Sustainability

Authors are encouraged to explain the sustainability of the community service program, including:

  • follow-up activities;
  • capacity building of the community;
  • institutional support;
  • potential replication;
  • long-term impact.

Figures and Graphs

Figures and graphs should be clear, informative, and understandable independently. They must be provided in editable format and should not be submitted as screenshots when they can be created as editable objects.

Each figure should have a consecutive number and a clear, descriptive caption. Formatting should follow the official manuscript template.

Tables

Tables should be used when they present information more effectively than narrative text. Tables must be editable, numbered consecutively, and provided with clear titles.

Tables should use a simple format with horizontal lines only and should follow the formatting requirements in the manuscript template.

5. CONCLUSION

The Conclusion should synthesize the main achievements of the community service activity and explain its contribution to addressing the identified problems or needs. It should demonstrate the extent to which the objectives have been achieved.

The Conclusion should be written as one narrative paragraph and should not simply repeat the Results and Discussion. Relevant recommendations for future activities may be included when supported by the findings.

6. REFERENCES

Sarwahita uses the APA Style 7th Edition citation and referencing system.

Authors are strongly encouraged to use reference management software such as:

  • Mendeley;
  • Zotero;
  • EndNote.

The following requirements apply:

  • The manuscript should contain at least 20 references
  • references should primarily consist of scholarly and primary sources;
  • at least 80% from primary sources, particularly scientific journal articles;
  • authors are encouraged to prioritize recent references published within the last 10 years;
  • all references cited in the text must appear in the reference list;
  • all entries in the reference list must be cited in the manuscript;
  • DOI should be included whenever available.

 

 

References from Journal Articles

Format:

Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (Year). Title of the article. Title of the Journal, volume number(issue number), page–page. https://doi.org/xxxxx

Example:

Bernier, D., & Yosko, S. (2001). Designing and evaluating printed education materials: Model and instrument. Patient Education and Counseling, 18(2), 102–111.

Example with DOI:

Smith, J. A., & Brown, T. R. (2023). Community-based approaches to improving public health literacy. Journal of Community Health, 48(3), 455–467. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10900-023-01234-5

References from Books

Format:

Author, A. A. (Year). Title of the book. Publisher.

Example:

Pelczar, M. J., & Chan, E. S. C. (2000). Dasar-dasar mikrobiologi (R. S. Hadioetomo, T. Imas, S. S. Tjitrosomo, & S. L. Angka, Trans.). UI Press. (Original work published 1986)

 

References from Conference Proceedings

Format:

Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (Year). Title of the paper. In A. A. Editor (Ed.), Title of the proceedings (pp. xx–xx). Publisher. https://doi.org/xxxxx

Example:

McKenzie, L. J., & Yoshida, R. L. (2009). Seagrass-watch. In Proceedings of the workshop for monitoring seagrass habitats in Indonesia. The Nature Conservancy, Coral Triangle Center.

 

References from Theses and Dissertations

Format for unpublished thesis/dissertation:

Author, A. A. (Year). Title of thesis or dissertation [Master's thesis/Doctoral dissertation, Name of Institution].

Example:

Maihasni. (2010). Eksistensi tradisi bajapuik dalam perkawinan masyarakat Pariaman Minangkabau Sumatera Barat [Doctoral dissertation, Institut Pertanian Bogor].

 

References from Internet/Webpages

Format:

Author, A. A. (Year, Month Day). Title of webpage. Website Name. URL

Example:

World Health Organization. (2023, March 15). Hypertension. World Health Organization. https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/hypertension

 

Example:

World Health Organization. (2023, March 15). Hypertension. https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/hypertension

 

References from Other Sources

Untuk laporan, dokumen institusi, atau publikasi organisasi:

Format:

Organization Name. (Year). Title of the report or document. Publisher/Organization. URL

Example:

World Health Organization. (2021). Guideline for the pharmacological treatment of hypertension in adults. World Health Organization. https://www.who.int/publications

Untuk journal article yang ditulis oleh organisasi, tetap gunakan format artikel jurnal APA 7.

Example:

World Health Organization. (1999). Guidelines for the management of hypertension. Journal of Hypertension, 17, 151–185.

 

Formatting Requirements

Authors must use the official Sarwahita manuscript template. The following requirements should be observed:

Element Requirement
Manuscript Microsoft Word; official journal template
Main text Times New Roman, 12 pt
Abstract 150–250 words; single paragraph
Keywords 3–5; separated by semicolons
References Minimum 20 references
Primary sources Minimum 80%
Reference period Preferably within the last 10 years
Citation style APA 7th Edition
Figures/graphs Editable; centered; no unnecessary borders
Tables Editable; horizontal lines only
Conclusion One narrative paragraph

Authors should refer to the official manuscript template for detailed typography, spacing, title formatting, figure and table placement, and other technical requirements.