Culture and Dialogue

Scope & Guideline

Bridging Disciplines for a Richer Dialogue

Introduction

Immerse yourself in the scholarly insights of Culture and Dialogue with our comprehensive guidelines detailing its aims and scope. This page is your resource for understanding the journal's thematic priorities. Stay abreast of trending topics currently drawing significant attention and explore declining topics for a full picture of evolving interests. Our selection of highly cited topics and recent high-impact papers is curated within these guidelines to enhance your research impact.
LanguageMulti-Language
ISSN2222-3282
PublisherBRILL
Support Open AccessNo
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AbbreviationCULT DIALOGUE / Cult. Dialogue
Frequency2 issues/year
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AddressPLANTIJNSTRAAT 2, P O BOX 9000, 2300 PA LEIDEN, NETHERLANDS

Aims and Scopes

The journal "Culture and Dialogue" aims to foster interdisciplinary research that explores the intersections of culture, philosophy, and dialogue. Its contributions are characterized by a commitment to understanding diverse cultural perspectives and promoting intercultural engagement.
  1. Intercultural Dialogue and Understanding:
    The journal emphasizes the importance of dialogue between different cultures, exploring how such interactions can lead to enhanced understanding and cooperation.
  2. Philosophical Engagement across Traditions:
    It publishes works that engage with philosophical traditions from various cultures, highlighting cross-cultural philosophical dialogues and their implications for contemporary issues.
  3. Cultural Critique and Reflection:
    The journal provides a platform for critical reflections on cultural practices, norms, and historical contexts, encouraging a deep examination of cultural phenomena.
  4. Human Rights and Dignity in Cultural Contexts:
    There is a focus on human rights issues as they relate to cultural practices, exploring how different cultural contexts shape understandings of dignity and justice.
  5. Artistic and Literary Expressions:
    The journal also values the role of artistic and literary expressions in cultural dialogue, examining how these forms can convey complex ideas and foster communication.
Recent publications in "Culture and Dialogue" reveal emerging themes that reflect contemporary societal issues and the evolving landscape of cultural studies. These trends indicate a vibrant engagement with pressing global concerns.
  1. Intercultural Human Rights Education:
    There is an increasing focus on education as a site for intercultural dialogue, particularly regarding human rights, suggesting a desire to integrate cultural understanding into educational practices.
  2. Resilience and Non-Violent Practices:
    Themes of resilience in cultural contexts, particularly in relation to non-violence and care, are becoming more prominent, reflecting a global emphasis on peacebuilding and social justice.
  3. Environmental and Anthropocentric Concerns:
    The journal has begun to explore the intersections of culture with environmental issues, particularly how cultural narratives shape responses to the Anthropocene.
  4. Gender and Cultural Analysis:
    Emerging discussions around gender dynamics within various cultural frameworks highlight a growing interest in feminist perspectives and their implications for intercultural dialogue.
  5. Contemporary Artistic Expressions and Their Philosophical Underpinnings:
    A trend towards examining contemporary art and literature as vehicles for philosophical discourse is emerging, indicating a blend of aesthetic and intellectual inquiry.

Declining or Waning

As the journal evolves, certain themes that were once prominent appear to be declining in frequency or relevance. This shift may reflect broader changes in academic focus or societal interests.
  1. Traditional Western Philosophical Frameworks:
    There seems to be a waning interest in strictly traditional Western philosophical frameworks, as the journal increasingly prioritizes diverse philosophical perspectives from non-Western traditions.
  2. Historical Analysis of Cultural Artifacts:
    While historical analysis has been a staple, recent publications suggest a declining emphasis on purely historical examinations of cultural artifacts in favor of contemporary relevance and application.
  3. Single-Culture Studies:
    Research focusing exclusively on single cultures without a comparative or dialogical aspect appears to be decreasing, reflecting a shift towards more integrative and interdisciplinary approaches.
  4. Static Cultural Identity Discussions:
    Discussions surrounding static notions of cultural identity seem to be less frequent, indicating a move towards dynamic and evolving understandings of identity within intercultural contexts.

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