Oceania (journal)

Oceania is a peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to the study of anthropology and related fields, focusing primarily on the cultures and societies of Melanesia, Micronesia, Polynesia, Australia, and Island Southeast Asia. Established in 1930 and published by Wiley-Blackwell on behalf of the University of Sydney, Oceania is one of the oldest and most respected anthropological journals in the world.

The journal publishes original research articles, theoretical essays, and book reviews. It covers a wide range of topics within anthropology, including but not limited to kinship, religion, economics, politics, social change, material culture, language, and environmental issues. Its readership includes anthropologists, archaeologists, linguists, historians, and other scholars interested in the cultures and societies of Oceania.

Oceania aims to provide a platform for cutting-edge research and scholarship that contributes to a deeper understanding of the region's diverse cultures and histories. It maintains a strong commitment to ethical research practices and encourages submissions from scholars of diverse backgrounds, including Indigenous researchers. The journal is indexed in major databases such as JSTOR, Scopus, and Web of Science.