About the Journal
The Journal of Digital Religion (JDR) invites original manuscripts for its Inaugural Issue (Vol. 1, No. 1 – 2026).
JDR is an interdisciplinary academic journal dedicated to examining the relationship between religion and digital technologies, including artificial intelligence, social media, algorithms, immersive technologies, and platform cultures.
The journal seeks to explore how emerging technologies are reshaping religious beliefs, practices, authority, ethics, identity, and spiritual experiences across different faith traditions and societies.
Rooted in perspectives from the Global South while remaining globally inclusive, the journal welcomes contributions from scholars, researchers, and interdisciplinary thinkers from all regions.
Themes & Areas of Submission
Submissions may include, but are not limited to:
Digital Religious Authority
Artificial Intelligence and Religious Life
Religious Identity and Platform Cultures
Digital Ethics and Religious Freedom
Immersive Technologies and Digital Afterlives
Quantum Theology
Algorithmic Theocracy
Eligibility
Submissions are invited from:
Researchers
Academicians
Students
Interdisciplinary Scholars
Professionals working at the intersection of religion, technology, media, ethics, and society
What the Journal Offers
Platform for interdisciplinary scholarship on religion and technology
Opportunity to contribute to emerging discourse on AI and digital spirituality
Global academic visibility
Diamond Open Access publication
No Article Processing Charges (APC)
No submission fee
Important Dates
📅 Submission Window: 1 May – 10 June 2026
📝 Review Period: 15 June – 20 July 2026
📚 Publication: July 2026