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BORNEO INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC FORUM (BIAF) 2026
Call for Papers & Submission Guidelines
01. Abstract Submission
July 1 – 15, 2026
02. Full Paper Deadline
August 31, 2026
03. BIAF Conference Days
September 17 – 19, 2026
Sub-Themes
🌳 Eco-Theology and Environmental Crisis
This sub-theme explores the intersection of religious teachings and environmental sustainability. It invites discussions on Islamic ecological ethics, climate change responses, conservation practices, and faith-based environmental activism, particularly in addressing contemporary ecological crises.
🕌 Religion and Local Culture
This area examines the dynamic relationship between religious beliefs and local cultural practices. Contributions may focus on cultural adaptation, indigenous traditions, religious pluralism, and the role of religion in shaping and preserving local identities.
♿ Inclusive and Multicultural Islamic Education
This sub-theme highlights approaches to Islamic education that promote inclusivity, diversity, and intercultural understanding. Topics may include curriculum development, pedagogical innovation, minority inclusion, and education policies in multicultural societies.
🛖 Ecolinguistics and Local Wisdom
This sub-theme highlights approaches to Islamic education that promote inclusivity, diversity, and intercultural understanding. Topics may include curriculum development, pedagogical innovation, minority inclusion, and education policies in multicultural societies.
🏦 Islamic Economics and Digital Business
This sub-theme focuses on integrating Islamic economic principles into the digital economy. Possible topics include fintech, halal digital marketplaces, ethical finance, blockchain applications, and the transformation of Islamic business practices in the digital age.
👩👧👦 Women and Children's Protection in the Digital Age
This area addresses issues related to the safety, rights, and empowerment of women and children in digital environments. It includes discussions on cyber protection, digital ethics, gender justice, online exploitation, and policy frameworks.
⚖️ Islamic Law and Public Welfare
This sub-theme explores the role of Islamic jurisprudence (fiqh) in promoting social justice and public welfare (maslahah). Topics may include legal reform, governance, human rights, and the application of Islamic law in contemporary contexts.
📖 Media, Information, and Digital Literacy
This theme examines the impact of media and information technologies on society. It invites research on digital literacy, misinformation, media ethics, communication strategies, and the role of digital platforms in shaping public discourse.
🎒 Ethnoscience and Ethnopedagogy
This sub-theme focuses on indigenous knowledge systems and culturally grounded educational practices. Contributions may explore traditional sciences, local learning methods, and the integration of ethnoscience into modern education.
🖥️ Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Ethics
This area addresses ethical considerations surrounding the development and use of artificial intelligence. Topics may include algorithmic bias, data ethics, automation, AI governance, and the alignment of AI with ethical and religious values.
🏫 Pesantren in the Digital Age: Challenges and Opportunities
This sub-theme explores how Islamic boarding schools (pesantren) adapt to digital transformation. It includes discussions on curriculum innovation, digital infrastructure, online learning, and the preservation of traditional values in modern contexts.
❤️🩹 Spirituality and Mental Health
This theme investigates the relationship between spiritual practices and psychological well-being. It encourages studies on religious coping mechanisms, mental health interventions, and the role of spirituality in promoting resilience and healing.
☪️ The Qur'an, Hadith, and Socio-Cultural Studies
This sub-theme examines scriptural interpretations in relation to contemporary social and cultural issues. Topics may include contextual readings, hermeneutics, and the application of Qur’anic and Hadith teachings in modern societies.
📱 Youth and Digital Da'wah
This area focuses on the role of young people in religious outreach through digital platforms. It includes discussions on social media engagement, digital preaching strategies, youth activism, and the challenges of conveying religious messages online.
☮️ Sufism and Contemporary Religious Challenges
This sub-theme explores the relevance of Sufi traditions in addressing modern spiritual and social issues. Contributions may examine mysticism, ethical development, interfaith dialogue, and the role of Sufism in fostering peace and tolerance.
Abstract & Paper Submission Guidelines
- Abstracts must be written in English.
- Length: 250–350 words.
- Abstracts must include: background, objectives, methodology/approach, findings, and conclusion.
- Include 3–5 keywords.
- Provide the author’s full name, institutional affiliation, and corresponding email address.
- File format: Microsoft Word (.docx).
- Paper length: 5,000–8,000 words (including references).
- Use the Chicago or APA citation style (latest edition) consistently throughout.
- Papers must be written in English or Bahasa.
- Papers must be original, previously unpublished, and not currently under review at another journal or conference.
- All papers will undergo a double-blind peer review process by an international panel of reviewers.
Element | Specification |
Font | Times New Roman 12pt (body) / Arial 11pt |
Line spacing | 1.5 for body text |
Margins | 2.5 cm on all sides |
Paper size | A4 (210 × 297 mm) |
Article title | Maximum 20 words, bold, Title Case |
Abstract | Single paragraph, justified, italic |
Section headings | Bold, Arabic numerals (1, 2, 3…) |
Abstract Requirements
- Abstracts must be written in English.
- Length: 250–350 words.
- Abstracts must include: background, objectives, methodology/approach, findings, and conclusion.
- Include 3–5 keywords.
- Provide the author’s full name, institutional affiliation, and corresponding email address.
- File format: Microsoft Word (.docx).
Full Paper Requirements
- Paper length: 5,000–8,000 words (including references).
- Use the Chicago or APA citation style (latest edition) consistently throughout.
- Papers must be written in English or Bahasa.
- Papers must be original, previously unpublished, and not currently under review at another journal or conference.
- All papers will undergo a double-blind peer review process by an international panel of reviewers.
Manuscript Formatting Guidelines
Element | Specification |
Font | Times New Roman 12pt (body) / Arial 11pt |
Line spacing | 1.5 for body text |
Margins | 2.5 cm on all sides |
Paper size | A4 (210 × 297 mm) |
Article title | Maximum 20 words, bold, Title Case |
Abstract | Single paragraph, justified, italic |
Section headings | Bold, Arabic numerals (1, 2, 3…) |
Important Dates
| DATE | ACTIVITY | NOTES |
| 1-15 July 2026 | Abstract submission opens | CfP – Online Submission |
| 15 July 2026 | Abstract submission deadline | DEADLINE — abstracts |
| 16-22 July 2026 | Abstract review & selection | Internal committee review |
| 31 July 2026 | Abstract acceptance notification | Email sent to all applicants |
| 31 August 2026 | Full paper submission deadline | DEADLINE — full papers |
| 17-19 September 2026 | BIAF 2026 Conference Day | CONFERENCE DAY |
Publication & Fees
ISBN Proceedings: All accepted papers will undergo a double-blind peer-review process and will be published in the official conference proceedings with an ISBN by UIN Antasari Press.
Free Registration: To foster open global academic exchange, there are no registration or participation fees (IDR 0) required for this conference.