CRITIQUE OF ANTHROPOLOGY
Scope & Guideline
Advancing Critical Perspectives in Anthropology
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Critical examination of energy transitions:
The journal frequently addresses the complexities of energy transitions, particularly in relation to social, political, and environmental implications. This includes discussions on renewable energy, extractivism, and the moral dimensions surrounding these transitions. - Interrogation of kinship and social relations:
A significant focus is placed on kinship, care, and social responsibility, examining how these concepts play out in various cultural contexts, especially in relation to gender, state policies, and historical legacies. - Exploration of postcolonial and neoliberal frameworks:
The journal critiques the influence of postcolonial and neoliberal ideologies on social structures and individual experiences, often analyzing the intersections of global capitalism and local practices. - Ethnographic engagement with marginalized communities:
'Critique of Anthropology' emphasizes ethnographic work that highlights the voices and experiences of marginalized groups, aiming to bring attention to their struggles and resilience in the face of systemic challenges. - Contemporary socio-political issues:
The journal remains engaged with pressing contemporary issues, including migration, environmental justice, and the politics of identity, ensuring that anthropological discourse remains relevant and impactful.
Trending and Emerging
- Environmental justice and sustainability:
There is a growing emphasis on environmental justice and sustainability, particularly in the context of energy transitions, resource extraction, and ecological practices. This trend highlights the need to critically examine the socio-political ramifications of environmental policies. - Decolonial frameworks and indigenous perspectives:
Emerging themes reflect a strong interest in decolonial approaches and indigenous perspectives, emphasizing the importance of understanding and respecting indigenous knowledge systems and practices in anthropological research. - Gender and kinship reconfigurations:
Recent works show an increased focus on the complexities of gender and kinship, particularly how these concepts are being reconfigured in response to contemporary social challenges such as migration, violence, and state policies. - Global migration and transnationalism:
The journal is increasingly addressing themes related to global migration and transnationalism, exploring how these phenomena impact identity, belonging, and social networks across borders. - Critical engagement with technology and capitalism:
There is an emerging trend of critically examining the role of technology and capitalism in shaping human experiences, with a focus on how these forces influence social relations and cultural practices in various contexts.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional ethnographic studies:
There appears to be a reduced emphasis on traditional ethnographic studies that do not critically engage with contemporary social issues. The journal's recent publications favor more innovative and critical approaches over conventional descriptive ethnography. - Focus on Western-centric narratives:
The journal has gradually moved away from anthropological analyses that center predominantly on Western contexts or perspectives, opting instead for a more global and inclusive approach that prioritizes non-Western experiences. - Historical anthropology:
Themes related to historical anthropology, particularly those that do not directly connect to current socio-political contexts, have become less prominent. The journal's focus has shifted towards contemporary issues and their implications for the present. - Static analyses of culture:
The journal is moving away from static analyses of cultural practices that do not consider the dynamic nature of culture in response to globalization, migration, and technological change. - Over-simplified representations of identity:
There is a noticeable decline in simplistic or monolithic representations of identity. Instead, the journal has been favoring more nuanced discussions that recognize the complexities and intersections of identity within socio-political contexts.
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