Innovative Research Award
Ahmad Ridwan
Universitas Negeri Surabaya
Ahmad Ridwan is an academic researcher affiliated with Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia. His scholarly work focuses primarily on women’s studies, feminism, gender representation, social inclusion, family studies, social construction theory, and community-based social research. His research portfolio demonstrates engagement with contemporary social issues including gender relations, women’s empowerment, poverty, family dynamics, and cultural transformation within Indonesian society.[1] The combination of social science methodologies and gender-focused inquiry contributes to ongoing academic discussions concerning social equality, empowerment, and inclusive development.[2]
Abstract
This article presents a scholarly overview of Ahmad Ridwan and his contributions to research in women’s studies and feminism. His academic work examines gender relations, social inequality, family structures, social participation, and women’s experiences in contemporary Indonesian society. Through publications addressing social construction, gender representation, feminist perspectives, and social inclusion, Ridwan has contributed to interdisciplinary discussions within sociology, gender studies, and community development research.[3]
Keywords
Women’s Studies, Feminism, Gender Representation, Social Construction, Family Studies, Social Inclusion, Community Development, Sociology, Gender Equality, Indonesian Society.
Introduction
The study of gender, social structures, and community dynamics remains an important area of inquiry within contemporary social sciences. Ahmad Ridwan’s research explores the intersection of gender, family life, social identity, and social participation through investigations of women’s experiences and broader societal transformations. His publications contribute to understanding how social norms, cultural expectations, and institutional structures influence individual and collective experiences.[4]
Research Profile
According to available scholarly records, Ahmad Ridwan is affiliated with Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia. His Scopus profile reports four indexed documents, three citations, and an h-index of one.[1] His ORCID record indicates broader academic activity including journal articles and collaborative studies covering feminism, poverty, family education, social inclusion, agricultural participation, and gender representation.[2]
- Women’s studies and feminist scholarship
- Gender representation and social identity
- Family and community studies
Research Contributions
Ridwan’s research contributions span multiple themes associated with gender and society. His work on gender representation in modern families examines evolving domestic and public roles, while other publications investigate women’s economic challenges, feminist interpretations of youth culture, and social constructions related to gender identity.
- Analysis of gender representation in contemporary family structures.
- Investigation of feminization of poverty and women’s socioeconomic vulnerability.
Publications
Selected publications associated with Ahmad Ridwan include the following scholarly works.[2]
- Urban Farming, Poor Households, and Family Food Security: A Study in Metropolitan Cities in Indonesia (2026).
- Gender Representation in the Division of Domestic and Public Roles in Modern Families in Surabaya (2025).
- Smoking Hijabers Among Surabaya Teenagers from a Radical Feminist Perspective (2026).
Research Impact
The available citation record indicates emerging scholarly recognition of Ridwan’s research activities within social sciences and gender-related studies.[1] His publications address socially relevant topics with practical implications for gender equality, educational development, community participation, and social policy. Such research contributes to evidence-based discussions concerning inclusion, empowerment, and sustainable social development.
Award Suitability
Ahmad Ridwan’s academic profile demonstrates active engagement in research concerning gender studies, feminism, social inclusion,His scholarly contributions align with interdisciplinary approaches frequently recognized within international academic award programs.and social sustainability supports consideration for recognition under the Innovative Research Award category within the World Life Science Awards framework.[3]
Conclusion
Ahmad Ridwan has developed a research portfolio centered on women’s studies, feminism, social inclusion, and community-oriented social science research. Through publications addressing gender relations, poverty, family dynamics, and social participation, he contributes to scholarly understanding of contemporary social challenges. His work reflects an interdisciplinary commitment to examining the social dimensions of equality, empowerment, and inclusive development within Indonesian society and beyond.[2]
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References
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- Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Ahmad Ridwan, Author ID 57216887421. Scopus.
https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57216887421
- ORCID. (n.d.). Ahmad Ridwan (ORCID: 0009-0003-9246-2885) scholarly record and publication history.
https://orcid.org/0009-0003-9246-2885
- Wulan, N., Ridwan, A., Fauzi, A. M., & Ambarwati, M. D. (2025). Gender Representation in the Division of Domestic and Public Roles in Modern Families in Surabaya.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.29244/jfs.v10i2.65589
- Harianto, S., Listyani, R. H., Agustin, D. N., Putri, R. T., & Ridwan, A. (2026). Urban Farming, Poor Households, and Family Food Security: A Study in Metropolitan Cities in Indonesia.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36625/sj.v8i2.175