Indonesian Journal of Law and Economics Review
Vol. 21 No. 1 (2026): February

Social Justice and Sustainability: towards a more Inclusive Development Model

Basima Nyaz Mohsin (Economics Department, Faculty of Administration and Economics, University of Kerbala)
Ali Ayed Nasir (Economics Department, Faculty of Administration and Economics, University of Kerbala)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Dec 2025

Abstract

General Background: Sustainable development has become a global framework since 1987, yet often neglects social justice's critical role in achieving comprehensive development. Specific Background: Contemporary development faces challenges including economic inequality, disproportionate climate impacts on vulnerable groups, inadequate social policies, and complex crises affecting marginalized populations. Knowledge Gap: The integration of social justice dimensions—distributive, procedural, and recognizable—into development frameworks remains insufficiently addressed in policy discourse. Aims: This article examines social justice and sustainable development interconnections, evaluates current challenges, and reviews global experiences to propose an inclusive development model. Results: Analysis reveals social justice as fundamental to sustainable development, with Sweden, Kenya, Egypt, and UAE demonstrating effective integration strategies. Novelty: The article proposes a comprehensive framework balancing economic, social, and environmental dimensions through six strategic components: strengthened social policies, legislative reforms, equitable resource distribution, diversity recognition, monitoring mechanisms, and international cooperation. Implications: Achieving 2030 Sustainable Development Goals requires systematic justice integration into policies to ensure societal cohesion, reduce inequality, and guarantee sustainable futures for current and future generations.Keywords : Social Justice, Sustainable Development, Inclusive Development Model, Economic Inequality, Environmental JusticeHighlight : Three justice dimensions enable equitable resource distribution and inclusive decision-making processes. Climate crises disproportionately affect vulnerable groups, requiring environmental justice in development strategies. Strong social policies and legislative reforms reduce inequality and enhance societal stability

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ijler

Publisher

Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice

Description

Indonesian Journal of Law and Economics Review (IJLER) is published by Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo four times a year. This journal provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of ...