Asian Women
Scope & Guideline
Connecting Research and Realities in Gender Studies.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Gender and Development:
The journal emphasizes the examination of women's roles in development processes, focusing on empowerment, agency, and the socio-economic challenges women face in different Asian countries. - Cultural Studies and Gender Representation:
There is a consistent focus on how cultural narratives influence and shape women's identities and experiences, exploring themes such as literature, media representations, and cultural traditions. - Health and Well-being of Women:
Research on women's health issues, including reproductive health, mental health, and the impacts of socio-economic factors on health outcomes, is a core area of the journal. - Political Participation and Gender Inequality:
The journal addresses women's involvement in politics and governance, analyzing barriers to political participation and the effects of gendered policies and practices. - Violence and Marginalization:
Papers often discuss issues of violence against women, including domestic violence and trafficking, highlighting the systemic factors that contribute to women's marginalization. - Intersectionality and Vulnerability:
The journal explores the intersectionality of gender with other identities, such as ethnicity, class, and migration status, to understand the varied experiences of women across different contexts.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Feminism and Online Activism:
There is an increasing focus on how digital platforms are being used for feminist activism, particularly in relation to women's rights and representation, reflecting the growing importance of technology in social movements. - Impact of Global Crises on Women:
Recent publications highlight the effects of global crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, on women's lives, examining issues like health, employment, and social support systems. - Intersectional Feminism:
The journal has seen a rise in research that adopts an intersectional approach to feminism, analyzing how overlapping identities affect women's experiences and challenges in diverse contexts. - Mental Health and Well-being:
Emerging studies focus on the mental health challenges faced by women, particularly in relation to societal pressures and the impacts of gender-based violence. - Women in Leadership and Governance:
There is a growing trend towards examining women's leadership roles and the systemic barriers they face in political and organizational contexts, highlighting the need for greater representation. - Reproductive Rights and Health:
Research increasingly addresses reproductive rights and health issues, reflecting a broader conversation about bodily autonomy and health access for women across Asia.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Gender Roles:
Research focusing on traditional gender roles and their impact on women's status seems to be less frequent, possibly as the discourse shifts towards empowerment and agency. - Historical Perspectives on Women's Rights:
There has been a noticeable decrease in studies that examine historical perspectives on women's rights, indicating a potential shift towards more contemporary issues and challenges. - Family Dynamics and Gender Roles:
Explorations of family dynamics, particularly in the context of gender roles, are appearing less frequently, suggesting that the journal may be moving towards broader societal issues rather than focusing narrowly on family structures. - Economic Participation in Traditional Sectors:
While economic participation remains a key theme, research specifically targeting women's roles in traditional sectors, such as agriculture, seems to have waned, possibly due to a growing interest in more diverse economic contexts.
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