About the Journal

PABBICARA: Journal of Communication and Digital Society is a peer-reviewed academic journal managed by the Master’s Program in Communication Science. The journal serves as a platform for scholarly discussion and dissemination of research in communication, digital media, and their impact on society at local, national, and global levels.

The journal is committed to advancing interdisciplinary research and promoting critical perspectives that bridge local wisdom with global academic discourse.

Focus and Scope

PABBICARA welcomes original research articles, review papers, and scholarly discussions in areas including but not limited to:

  • Digital communication and social media
  • Media and cultural studies
  • Communication theory and practice
  • Journalism and media industries
  • Political communication
  • Data, technology, and society
  • Digital transformation and social change
  • Strategic and organizational communication

Open Access Policy

PABBICARA provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge.

All articles can be accessed, downloaded, and shared without financial, legal, or technical barriers.

Copyright Notice

Authors who publish with PABBICARA agree to the following terms:

  • Authors retain copyright of their work.
  • Articles are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY), allowing others to share and adapt the work with proper attribution.
  • The journal is granted the right of first publication.

Sponsorship Disclosure

PABBICARA is published and funded by the Master’s Program in Communication Science. The journal does not receive commercial sponsorship and maintains full editorial independence.

Journal History

PABBICARA was established as an academic initiative to provide a dedicated forum for communication and research on digital society. It reflects a commitment to developing high-quality scholarly publications and increasing international academic visibility.

Privacy Statement

The names and email addresses entered in this journal site will be used exclusively for the stated purposes of this journal. They will not be made available for any other purpose or to any other party.

Archiving Policy (LOCKSS/CLOCKSS)

PABBICARA utilizes archiving systems to ensure long-term digital preservation of its content:

  • The journal supports the LOCKSS (Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe) system to ensure a secure, permanent archive.
  • Content may also be included in CLOCKSS for additional preservation and accessibility.

Publication Ethics

PABBICARA adheres to internationally recognized standards of publication ethics, including:

  • Prevention of plagiarism
  • Transparent peer-review process
  • Conflict of interest disclosure
  • Ethical research practices