AUSTRALIAN FEMINIST STUDIES
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Illuminating the complexities of feminist inquiry.
Introduction
AUSTRALIAN FEMINIST STUDIES is a premier journal dedicated to advancing the discourse within the field of gender studies, published by Routledge Journals, Taylor & Francis Ltd. With an ISSN of 0816-4649 and an E-ISSN of 1465-3303, this journal provides a critical platform for scholarly research and feminist inquiry, exploring diverse perspectives and methodologies in the context of Australian and global feminism. Having been in publication since 1985, it has gained a distinguished reputation, recently achieving a Q2 quartile ranking in gender studies as per the 2023 category quartiles and holding an impressive ranking of #64 out of 213 in the Scopus database. The journal’s commitment to rigorous peer-reviewed research ensures that it remains a vital resource for researchers, professionals, and students alike, serving as an essential hub for innovative ideas and transformative practices. Although currently not open access, it continues to attract a global readership eager to engage with the critical issues shaping feminist thought today.
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