Mu'adalah: Jurnal Studi Gender dan Anak employs a stringent peer-review process to uphold the quality and authenticity of the research it publishes. The journal operates under a double-blind peer review system, ensuring anonymity for both authors and reviewers. Expert evaluators within the relevant fields conduct the review, assessing manuscripts based on scientific merit, originality, and alignment with the journal's scope.

1. Initial Assessment: Upon manuscript submission, the editorial board conducts an initial evaluation to confirm alignment with the journal's scope and publication criteria. Manuscripts not meeting these standards or exhibiting over 20% similarity are rejected. Additionally, the editorial office checks formatting and citation adherence. Unmet criteria prompt reformatting and resubmission by the author if necessary.

2. Assignment of reviewers: The editorial board will select at least two independent reviewers who are experts in the relevant field of study and have experience in the research area the manuscript covers. The reviewers will be blinded to the identity of the authors, and the authors will be blinded to the identity of the reviewers. The listing of the names of the authors, acknowledgments, and references to author contributions must be removed from the manuscript and posted in the Title page file. The assigned editor will then send invitations to reviewers. The invited reviewers are expected to be affiliated with differing institutions from those of the corresponding authors. Moreover, reviewers will consider the invitation according to their own scientific expertise, any potential conflicts of interest, and other relevant criteria. Our journal is committed to assigning reviewers within two weeks. 

3. Review Process: Reviewers assess the manuscript's scientific quality, originality, validity, and relevance. An eight-week review period is standard, followed by constructive feedback to enhance the manuscript. Recommendations include acceptance, rejection, or revision.

4. Decision: The editor-in-chief makes the final decision based on reviewer feedback and adherence to publication standards. If significant discrepancies exist in reviewer comments, an additional review might be sought. Authors receive decisions (acceptance, rejection, or revision needs) via the online system, with anonymous reviewer comments. Initial decision duration is approximately two month, with 4-8 weeks from acceptance to publication.

5. Revision: Accepted manuscripts may require revision based on reviewer feedback. Authors typically have two weeks for minor revisions and four weeks for major revisions. Major revisions undergo a second round of review by the same reviewers to ensure addressed feedback adequacy. Minor revisions may not require further review.

6. Publication: Accepted manuscripts undergo copyediting and formatting for journal publication, concluding the process.

This robust peer review ensures Mu'adalah: Jurnal Studi Gender dan Anak publishes research of the highest scientific integrity and ethical standards, upholding quality and credibility.