WIDYANATA is a scholarly journal dedicated to the study of Social Planning and Policy, published by the Department of Public Administration, Faculty of Social Science and Humanities, Universitas Ngurah Rai Denpasar. The journal publishes innovative and novel field research results that address various aspects of social planning and social issues, both at national, regional, and international levels.

The focus and scope of WIDYANATA encompass a broad range of topics within the field of social planning and policy, including but not limited to:

1. Social Policy and Welfare – Examining policies aimed at improving social welfare systems, social security, and poverty reduction efforts at various levels of governance.

2. Urban and Regional Planning – Investigating planning processes related to urban development, infrastructure, housing, and the management of regional growth in response to demographic, economic, and environmental factors.

3. Public Health and Social Services – Research on the intersection of social planning and health services, particularly policies affecting healthcare accessibility, public health campaigns, and social determinants of health.

4. Environmental Planning and Sustainability – Studies on policies for sustainable urban and rural development, climate change adaptation, and environmental justice.

5. Social Justice and Equity – Focus on policies designed to promote social equity, reduce inequality, and foster inclusion for marginalized and vulnerable populations.

6. Education Policy and Planning – Research on educational planning, policy analysis, and strategies to improve access to quality education at various levels.

7. Governance and Policy Implementation – Exploring how social policies are designed, implemented, and evaluated, with an emphasis on governance, accountability, and public administration.

8. Global and Comparative Social Policy – Comparative studies of social policies and their impact on diverse communities and nations, with a focus on cross-national learning and innovation in policy design.

Widyanata is committed to publishing articles that offer a fresh perspective or novel insights in these areas, with a particular emphasis on empirical research, policy analysis, and practical solutions to contemporary social issues. The editorial board is open to receiving manuscripts that align with the journal's scope and encourage contributions that span a variety of interdisciplinary approaches within the field of social planning and policy.