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Aims and Scope
Aims
IJMCRH aims to serve as a leading forum for the generation, synthesis, and application of knowledge in maternal, child, and reproductive health, with the ultimate goal of enhancing health outcomes and equity for vulnerable populations worldwide, particularly in Indonesia and comparable low- to middle-income settings. The journal seeks to:
- Promote evidence-based research that informs clinical practice, public health interventions, and policy-making.
- Address multifaceted challenges such as high maternal and neonatal mortality rates, nutritional deficiencies, reproductive rights violations, and the impacts of social determinants like poverty and gender inequality.
- Encourage interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary collaborations, integrating insights from medicine, public health, social sciences, and technology to develop holistic solutions.
- Support the translation of research findings into actionable strategies that align with global frameworks, including the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs 3: Good Health and Well-Being; SDG 5: Gender Equality; and SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities).
- Build capacity among researchers in developing regions by providing a accessible publishing venue, mentorship opportunities through editorials, and special issues on emerging topics.
By prioritizing high methodological standards, ethical integrity, and practical relevance, IJMCRH aspires to influence health policies and practices that lead to measurable improvements in community health.
Scope IJMCRH welcomes submissions across a comprehensive range of topics in maternal, child, and reproductive health, embracing diverse methodologies and perspectives. The journal's scope is intentionally broad yet focused to accommodate both specialized and integrative studies. Key thematic areas include, but are not limited to:
- Maternal Health: Comprehensive coverage of antenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum care; maternal nutrition and micronutrient supplementation; mental health disorders; management of high-risk pregnancies; complications such as obstetric hemorrhage or fistula; and interventions for maternal morbidity and mortality reduction, including community-based models.
- Child and Adolescent Health: Neonatal resuscitation and care; pediatric growth monitoring, immunization schedules, and infectious disease prevention; nutritional interventions for stunting and malnutrition; developmental milestones and early childhood education; adolescent health issues including puberty, mental health, substance use, and sexual health education; and strategies for addressing chronic conditions like asthma or congenital anomalies.
- Reproductive Health: Fertility preservation and assisted reproductive technologies; contraception methods and access; sexual and reproductive health rights, including gender-based violence prevention; management of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV/AIDS in reproductive contexts; infertility etiology and treatments; menstrual health and hygiene; and reproductive endocrinology, with emphasis on cultural and ethical considerations.
- Public Health and Epidemiology: Epidemiological surveillance of maternal-child health indicators; health promotion campaigns and behavior change models; community-based participatory research; social determinants of health; health disparities across urban-rural divides or ethnic groups; and equity-focused interventions, including universal health coverage and emergency response systems.
- Multidisciplinary Perspectives: Incorporation of sociology (e.g., family dynamics), anthropology (e.g., cultural practices in childbirth), environmental health (e.g., climate change effects on pregnancy outcomes), health economics (e.g., cost-effectiveness of interventions), educational approaches (e.g., health literacy programs), digital health innovations (e.g., telemedicine for remote areas), gender studies (e.g., empowerment and rights), and policy analysis (e.g., national health strategies).
- Regional and Global Focus: Emphasis on Indonesia-specific challenges such as decentralized health systems, rural-urban inequities, traditional midwifery integration, and responses to natural disasters or pandemics (e.g., COVID-19 impacts on maternity services); comparative studies with other Southeast Asian or global low-resource contexts to highlight transferable lessons.
The journal particularly encourages submissions from underrepresented regions, early-career researchers, and those employing innovative methods like big data analytics or participatory action research. All articles must demonstrate clear contributions to the field, with implications for policy, practice, or future research explicitly stated.
