IDENTITIES-GLOBAL STUDIES IN CULTURE AND POWER
Scope & Guideline
Transforming Perspectives on Identity and Influence
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Exploration of Identity Formation:
The journal examines how identities are constructed and reconstructed in response to sociocultural, political, and economic forces. It provides insights into the processes of racialization, ethnic identity, and belonging. - Migration and Mobility Studies:
A significant focus is on migration patterns and their implications for identity. The journal investigates how migration influences social stratification, labor dynamics, and cultural exchanges. - Intersectionality in Social Justice:
The journal prioritizes intersectional analyses that explore the interconnectedness of various forms of discrimination and privilege, particularly in relation to race, gender, and class. - Cultural Activism and Resistance:
It highlights cultural practices and movements that challenge dominant narratives and advocate for marginalized voices, focusing on resistance strategies employed by various communities. - Global Perspectives on Local Issues:
The journal adopts a global lens to analyze local issues of identity and power, encouraging comparative studies that highlight transnational connections and implications.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Activism and Identity:
There is a growing focus on how digital platforms influence identity construction and activism, particularly among marginalized groups. This theme explores the role of social media in shaping narratives and fostering solidarity. - Decolonization and Identity Politics:
Emerging discussions on decolonization highlight the need for rethinking identity politics in light of historical injustices and ongoing colonial legacies, emphasizing the importance of Indigenous and marginalized voices. - Intersectional Feminism and Identity:
The intersection of gender and identity is gaining traction, with research exploring how feminist movements address the complexities of race, class, and sexuality in identity formation and activism. - Transnational Identities:
The journal is increasingly publishing on transnational identities, reflecting the fluidity of belonging in a globalized world and the experiences of diaspora communities navigating multiple cultural contexts. - Affective Dimensions of Identity:
Emerging research on the emotional aspects of identity formation and belonging is becoming prominent, examining how feelings of attachment, alienation, and resistance shape individual and collective identities.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional National Identity Studies:
There is a noticeable decline in papers focusing solely on static notions of national identity, as the discourse increasingly shifts towards fluid and hybrid identities influenced by globalization. - Eurocentric Perspectives on Identity:
Research that predominantly centers on European contexts is becoming less frequent, as the journal broadens its scope to include more diverse global narratives and experiences. - Static Racial Categorization:
The journal is moving away from rigid racial categorization frameworks, reflecting a growing awareness of the complexities and nuances of racial identities that resist simplistic classifications. - Homogeneity in Migration Narratives:
There is a reduction in studies that portray a singular narrative of migration experiences, as the journal embraces a more multifaceted approach that recognizes diverse migrant voices and experiences. - Essentialist Views on Cultural Identity:
The journal is increasingly critical of essentialist views that oversimplify cultural identities, opting instead to explore the dynamic and contested nature of cultural belonging.
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