AIBR-Revista de Antropologia Iberoamericana
Scope & Guideline
Advancing Ibero-American Anthropology and Cultural Insights
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Political Anthropology:
The journal frequently addresses themes related to political symbols, power dynamics, and social instability, particularly as they relate to national identity and collective memory. - Engaged Ethnography:
A strong emphasis on community-oriented and engaged ethnography is evident, with a focus on collaborative methodologies that highlight the voices and experiences of marginalized groups. - Cultural Heritage and Identity:
Exploration of cultural heritage, identity formation, and the impacts of globalization and extractivism on indigenous and local communities are central to the journal's discourse. - Gender Studies and Intersectionality:
The journal features a significant number of studies addressing gender dynamics, violence, and the intersection of gender with ethnicity, migration, and socio-economic issues. - Environmental Anthropology:
Recent publications indicate a growing interest in environmental issues, including climate change, human-nonhuman relations, and biocultural models. - Indigenous Studies:
The journal is committed to examining indigenous perspectives, rights, and practices, particularly in relation to contemporary social and political challenges.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Anthropology:
There is a growing focus on the intersection of digital technology and anthropology, particularly in how social media and online platforms shape cultural narratives and identities. - Climate Change and Environmental Justice:
Emerging themes surrounding climate change and environmental justice highlight the role of anthropology in addressing urgent global issues, particularly those affecting vulnerable communities. - Health and Medical Anthropology:
Recent publications emphasize health-related topics, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, exploring the socio-cultural implications of health crises and medical practices. - Transnational Migration and Mobility:
The journal increasingly addresses themes of migration, focusing on the experiences of migrants and the socio-political implications of transnational mobility. - Feminist and Queer Anthropology:
There is an upward trend in studies that engage with feminist and queer theories, exploring gender identities, sexualities, and their intersections with culture and politics. - Collaborative and Participatory Research:
The emergence of collaborative and participatory research methodologies reflects a commitment to inclusive scholarship that prioritizes community engagement and co-production of knowledge.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Anthropological Methods:
There is a noticeable decrease in papers utilizing conventional anthropological methods without integrating newer, participatory approaches. This may reflect a shift towards more dynamic and engaged methodologies. - Universalist Theories:
Themes centered around universalist anthropological theories are less prevalent, possibly indicating a shift towards localized and context-specific studies that prioritize unique cultural narratives. - Historical Anthropology:
While historical perspectives are still relevant, there has been a reduction in studies focusing solely on historical anthropology without connecting to contemporary issues or methodologies. - Anthropology of Religion:
The exploration of religious practices and beliefs appears to be waning, with fewer studies addressing spirituality or religious dynamics within contemporary contexts. - Urban Anthropology:
Although urban studies remain important, there seems to be a decline in ethnographies focusing on urban settings, potentially due to shifting interests towards rural and indigenous community studies.
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