About the Journal

LEADER: Local Economic Advancement & Development Research is an open-access, peer-reviewed scholarly journal dedicated to disseminating high-quality research, analytical studies, and empirical investigations in the field of local and regional economic development. The journal serves as an academic forum for advancing knowledge on the dynamics, strategies, and policy frameworks that shape economic progress at the subnational level.

The scope of the journal includes, but is not limited to, local and regional economic development, micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and entrepreneurship, community-based development, local public policy, digital transformation, poverty and inequality, as well as the creative economy and tourism. By integrating multidisciplinary perspectives and rigorous methodological approaches, LEADER aims to generate evidence-based insights that contribute to inclusive, competitive, and sustainable local economic development.

Through the publication of original and impactful research, the journal seeks to support academics, policymakers, and practitioners in understanding local economic challenges and opportunities, while promoting innovative solutions that enhance regional resilience and long-term development outcomes.