Colombia Internacional
Scope & Guideline
Shaping the Future with Rigorous Research
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Political Discourse and Electoral Dynamics:
The journal frequently explores the nature of political discourse, electoral strategies, and the implications of electoral systems in Latin America, particularly focusing on presidential primaries, party politics, and voter behavior. - Social Movements and Gender Studies:
A significant area of focus is the role of social movements, particularly around gender issues, women's representation, and LGBTQ+ rights in political contexts, reflecting on the intersection of social justice and political representation. - Historical and Contemporary Violence:
The journal addresses themes of political violence, its historical context, and its impact on society, including the legacy of conflict in Colombia and other Latin American countries, as well as the examination of state responses to violence. - Indigenous Rights and Representation:
There is a strong emphasis on the rights and representation of indigenous communities, particularly in relation to land rights, self-representation, and their role in contemporary political discourse. - International Relations and Regional Politics:
The journal also delves into international relations, examining Latin America's role in global politics and the dynamics within regional organizations, with a focus on Brazil, China, and the implications of migration.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of Populism and New Political Movements:
There is an increasing focus on the rise of populist movements and the new political right in Latin America, examining their discourse and implications for democracy and governance, as seen in recent analyses of parties like Chile's Republican Party. - Gender and Political Representation:
Research on gender and political representation is gaining momentum, with a strong emphasis on women's roles in politics, electoral quotas, and the impact of gender on political discourse, reflecting broader societal transformations. - Transnational Human Rights Advocacy:
Emerging themes include the role of diaspora communities in advocating for human rights and social justice, indicating a growing interest in transnational movements and their influence on local contexts. - Environmental Politics and Indigenous Rights:
There is an increasing trend towards examining environmental policies and indigenous rights, particularly in relation to land use and resource management, as societies grapple with the consequences of climate change and environmental degradation. - Migration and its Sociopolitical Impacts:
The journal is also focusing more on migration issues, exploring the implications of migration policies, public perceptions, and the socio-political effects of migration flows in the region, particularly concerning Venezuelan migration.
Declining or Waning
- Marxism and Leftist Theories:
There has been a noticeable decline in the publication of papers centered on classical Marxist theories and frameworks, possibly reflecting a shift towards more contemporary political analyses and other theoretical perspectives. - Historical Analyses of Past Conflicts:
Although historical analyses remain relevant, there has been a reduction in studies focused solely on past conflicts without direct connections to current political dynamics, suggesting a move toward more applied research. - Economic Policy Analysis:
The focus on traditional economic policies and their implications appears to be waning, as there is a growing emphasis on sociopolitical contexts and their intersection with economic issues, rather than purely economic analyses.
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