Transition to Online ISSN and Open Access Model
The Asian Research Center for Religion and Social Communication (ARC) is making significant changes to its peer-reviewed journal Religion and Social Communication. Starting in 2025, the journal has transitioned to a new online ISSN and an open access publishing model, reflecting its commitment to fostering global access to cutting-edge research at the intersection of religion and social communication.
New Online ISSN
Since its first publication in 2003 under the print ISSN 1686-9184, the journal has discontinued its print format and has adopted the newly assigned ISSN 3057-0883 (Online). This change aligns the journal with contemporary publishing trends, ensuring greater sustainability and accessibility.
Open Access and Licensing
The journal has become fully open access, starting with Volume 23 in 2025, providing unrestricted online access to all published articles. All content are distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0), allowing users to share, adapt, and build upon the work with proper credit. Details of the license are available at https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/.
A Commitment to Accessibility and Innovation
ARC continues to demonstrate its dedication to inclusivity and academic innovation by embracing digital publishing and open access. These changes will enhance the journal’s reach and impact, enabling it to engage a global audience and foster meaningful interdisciplinary dialogue.
