Critical Arts-South-North Cultural and Media Studies
Scope & Guideline
Unpacking Cultural Dynamics Across Borders
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Cultural Studies and Identity Politics:
The journal emphasizes the analysis of cultural identities and the politics surrounding them, particularly in postcolonial contexts. It seeks to understand how cultural representations shape and are shaped by societal power dynamics. - Media Representation and Discourse Analysis:
A core focus lies in examining how various media forms represent cultural narratives and identities. The journal employs discourse analysis to critique the power relations embedded in media representations. - Transnational and Cross-Cultural Perspectives:
The journal promotes studies that bridge cultural boundaries and engage with transnational issues, emphasizing the interconnectedness of cultures in an increasingly globalized world. - Decolonial and Anti-Colonial Critiques:
It advocates for decolonial approaches that challenge traditional narratives and highlight indigenous perspectives, particularly in the context of African and Asian cultures. - Interdisciplinary Methodologies:
The journal encourages the use of diverse methodologies, including multimodal analysis, ethnography, and critical pedagogy, to address complex cultural phenomena.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital and Social Media Studies:
There is a marked increase in research focusing on the implications of digital and social media for cultural representation and identity formation, highlighting the role of these platforms in shaping public discourse. - Decolonial Narratives and Indigenous Voices:
Emerging themes emphasize the importance of decolonial narratives, with a growing number of studies dedicated to indigenous perspectives and the reclamation of cultural identities. - Multimodal and Interdisciplinary Approaches:
A trend towards multimodal analysis is evident, with researchers increasingly adopting interdisciplinary frameworks that integrate various forms of media and cultural expressions. - Global South Perspectives:
The journal is increasingly featuring research that centers on Global South perspectives, addressing issues relevant to postcolonial contexts and challenging dominant narratives from the Global North. - Cultural Activism and Critical Pedagogy:
There is a rising interest in cultural activism and critical pedagogy, exploring how art and education intersect to foster social change and engage communities in transformative practices.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Media Forms:
There is a noticeable decline in studies centered around traditional media formats, such as print journalism and television, as newer digital and social media platforms gain prominence in cultural studies. - Historical Cultural Analysis:
Research that focuses primarily on historical perspectives of culture is becoming less prevalent, with a shift towards contemporary issues and real-time cultural phenomena. - Static Cultural Representations:
The journal has seen a reduction in papers analyzing fixed or stereotypical cultural representations, favoring instead dynamic and intersectional approaches that account for fluid identities.
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