Cultural Trends
Scope & Guideline
Unveiling Contemporary Cultural Dynamics
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Cultural Policy and Management:
Investigates the frameworks and practices that govern cultural institutions and initiatives, focusing on how policies shape cultural landscapes and the management of cultural resources. - Impact of COVID-19 on Cultural Sectors:
Examines the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on cultural institutions, creative workers, and community engagement, highlighting resilience and adaptations within the sector. - Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:
Focuses on how cultural organizations address issues of equity and inclusion, particularly in relation to marginalized communities and underrepresented groups in the arts. - Cultural Economy and Creative Industries:
Explores the economic dimensions of cultural production and consumption, including the roles of creative workers, cultural entrepreneurship, and the impact of economic policies on cultural activities. - Cultural Heritage and Digital Practices:
Investigates the intersection of cultural heritage and digital technology, including how digital practices can enhance cultural participation and preservation. - Community and Participatory Arts:
Studies the role of participatory arts in fostering community engagement, social cohesion, and cultural expression, particularly in urban and grassroots contexts.
Trending and Emerging
- Post-Pandemic Cultural Recovery:
Research exploring the recovery and resilience of cultural sectors in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic has gained significant traction, emphasizing innovative practices and new models of engagement. - Cross-Cultural Collaborations:
There is a growing emphasis on studies that investigate cross-cultural partnerships and collaborations, reflecting the globalized nature of cultural production and exchange. - Sustainability in Cultural Practices:
Emerging themes around sustainability, both environmental and economic, are increasingly prevalent, as researchers explore how cultural institutions can adapt to and promote sustainable practices. - Digital Transformation in Culture:
The impact of digital technologies on cultural consumption and production is a rapidly growing area of interest, including studies on digital heritage, online participation, and the role of social media. - Cultural Value and Impact Measurement:
There is an increasing focus on methodologies for measuring cultural value and impact, as stakeholders seek to justify funding and support for cultural initiatives through empirical evidence.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Arts vs. Contemporary Practices:
Research on traditional art forms and practices has decreased as the journal increasingly emphasizes contemporary cultural expressions, particularly those that engage with current societal issues. - Monolithic Cultural Narratives:
There is a noticeable reduction in studies that promote singular cultural narratives or perspectives, as the journal shifts towards more pluralistic and inclusive approaches to culture. - Cultural Critique without Actionable Solutions:
Papers that critique cultural practices without offering practical solutions or frameworks for improvement have become less frequent, indicating a shift towards actionable research that seeks to address identified issues. - Focus on Global North Cultural Policies:
The journal has seen a decline in articles centered solely on cultural policies from the Global North, with a growing interest in comparative studies that include perspectives from the Global South. - Historical Analysis of Cultural Trends:
There has been a waning interest in purely historical analyses of cultural trends, as the journal increasingly emphasizes contemporary issues and future-oriented research.
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