JURNAL ILMU SOSIAL
Vol 25, No 1 (2026)

Mapping inclusive democracy through communication research: Bibliometric perspectives in Indonesia

Assyari Abdullah (Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim)
Sumaiyah Sumaiyah (Universitas Muhammadiyah Riau)
Akmal Khairi (Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam Imam Asy Syafii)
Yasril Yazid (Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim)
Mustafa Mustafa (Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau)
Jayus Jayus (Universitas Muhammadiyah Riau)
Muhammad Soim (Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim)
Dwi Sutri Astuti (Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim)
Edison Edison (Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Jun 2026

Abstract

This study aims to map the development of research on 'inclusive democracy' and 'communication' in Indonesia through a bibliometric approach using data from Dimensions AI. By analyzing 495 publications (402 articles and 93 proceedings) published during the period 2016-2025, this study identifies trends, network collaborations, and thematic clusters that shape the knowledge landscape of inclusive democracy in Indonesia. The analysis was conducted using VOSviewer software to generate network visualizations based on co-authorship, citation, and co-occurrence. The results show that inclusive democracy has experienced significant growth since 2021, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic, which has spurred increased studies on digital participation, transparent governance, and the courage of the public sphere. The main research clusters cover three domains: digital governance, communicative participation, and policy inclusion, confirming the close relationship between communication, technology, and participatory governance. The density of keywords such as democracy, transparency, technology, and community demonstrates that the focus of current research is shifting toward a more inclusive digital democracy based on participatory communication. Thus, this study not only provides an empirical overview of the literature on inclusive democracy in Indonesia but also emphasizes the importance of communication as a key instrument in strengthening democratic legitimacy and representation in the digital era.

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