Asia Pacific Journal of Anthropology
Scope & Guideline
Advancing Knowledge in Anthropology and Cultural Studies
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Cultural Diversity and Identity:
The journal emphasizes the exploration of cultural identities across various communities in the Asia Pacific, examining how globalization and migration affect cultural practices and social norms. - Migration and Transnationalism:
A core focus is placed on the experiences of migrants and the implications of transnational connections, particularly in relation to family structures, labor, and social networks. - Ethnographic Methodologies:
The journal promotes the use of ethnographic methods to capture the complexities of human experiences, offering rich qualitative insights into various cultural phenomena. - Social and Political Dynamics:
It addresses the intersection of social structures and political dynamics, especially in contexts of conflict, migration, and human rights, providing critical analyses of power relations. - Environmental Anthropology:
The journal also includes studies that investigate the relationship between communities and their environments, focusing on issues of sustainability, resource management, and ecological impacts. - Media and Cultural Production:
There is a growing interest in how media shapes cultural narratives and identity, exploring the role of digital platforms in contemporary anthropological discourse.
Trending and Emerging
- Intercultural Families and Global Intimacies:
There is an increasing focus on the dynamics of intercultural marriages and families, exploring how globalization influences intimate relationships and cultural practices. - Digital Anthropology:
The rise of digital technologies and social media has prompted a surge in research examining their impact on cultural practices, identity formation, and social interactions. - Health and Wellbeing:
Emerging themes related to health, including the socio-political aspects of health care access and the experiences of marginalized populations, are gaining traction. - Environmental Justice and Activism:
The journal is increasingly publishing work that addresses environmental issues, sustainability practices, and local activism in response to climate change. - Migration and Refugee Studies:
Research exploring the complexities of migration, refugee experiences, and asylum-seeking processes is becoming increasingly prominent, reflecting global humanitarian concerns. - Cultural Production and Artivism:
There is a growing interest in the intersections of art, activism, and anthropology, particularly how cultural production serves as a form of resistance and community building.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Anthropological Studies:
There seems to be a decline in interest in traditional ethnographic studies that focus solely on isolated communities without considering broader transnational influences. - Historical Anthropology:
The publication of papers focusing on historical contexts and colonial legacies has lessened, as contemporary issues and immediate cultural dynamics take precedence. - Static Cultural Representations:
There is a noticeable decrease in studies that present cultures as static entities; newer research tends to emphasize cultural fluidity and change. - Single-Site Case Studies:
The journal has shifted away from single-site case studies, opting instead for comparative analyses that incorporate multiple perspectives and contexts. - Overly Theoretical Approaches:
Papers that rely heavily on abstract theoretical frameworks without clear ethnographic grounding have become less common, as there is a push for more applied and practical anthropological research.
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