Debats-Revista de Cultura Poder i Societat
Scope & Guideline
Advancing knowledge in cultural studies and sociology.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Cultural Sociology:
The journal emphasizes the sociological study of cultural practices, including music, art, and performance, analyzing how these cultural forms shape and are shaped by social structures. - Social Movements and Political Activism:
A core area of focus is on social movements, particularly in Latin America, exploring their emergence, development, and impact on societal change and political discourse. - Gender Studies and Feminism:
The journal consistently addresses gender inequalities and feminist perspectives within cultural contexts, examining the role of gender in various social movements and cultural practices. - Intersectionality:
Research published in the journal often incorporates intersectional analysis, considering how various social categories such as race, class, and sexuality interact and influence cultural and social dynamics. - Critical Theory:
The journal employs critical theoretical frameworks to interrogate cultural phenomena, power relations, and societal challenges, contributing to a deeper understanding of contemporary issues. - Cultural Policy and Urban Studies:
Research on cultural policies and their implications for urban development and identity is also a significant focus, highlighting the role of culture in shaping urban environments.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Activism and Social Media:
Recent publications increasingly address the role of digital platforms in mobilizing social movements, particularly during crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the importance of online activism. - Environmental Crisis and Social Bonds:
There is a growing focus on the environmental crisis and its implications for social relationships, exploring how cultural practices can foster community resilience in response to ecological challenges. - Feminist and Gender Resistance:
The rise of feminist movements and gender resistance is a significant trend, with an emphasis on how these movements challenge existing power structures and promote social justice. - Cultural Responses to Political Turmoil:
Research is increasingly examining how culture responds to political crises, with a focus on artistic expressions that reflect and influence social movements. - Intersectionality in Social Movements:
Emerging works are delving into intersectional approaches within social movements, analyzing how various identities converge to shape collective action and resistance. - Youth Activism and Cultural Innovation:
There is a trend towards exploring youth-led social movements and their innovative cultural expressions, reflecting a generational shift in activism and cultural production.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Cultural Analysis:
There seems to be a decline in papers focused on traditional forms of cultural analysis without a sociopolitical context, as the journal increasingly emphasizes the interplay between culture and social movements. - Historical Perspectives on Culture:
Research that solely focuses on historical perspectives of culture, without linking them to current sociopolitical issues, is less frequently published, indicating a trend towards more contemporary analyses. - Narrowly Defined Musical Genres:
There is a noticeable reduction in studies that concentrate on specific musical genres without broader implications for social change, as the journal shifts towards examining music as a vehicle for activism and social identity. - Local Cultural Practices without Global Context:
Papers that explore local cultural practices in isolation, without connecting them to global cultural narratives or movements, are becoming less common. - Abstract Theoretical Discussions:
There is a waning interest in highly abstract theoretical discussions that do not engage with empirical research or real-world implications, as the journal increasingly favors applied research that addresses current societal issues.
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