Intersections-Gender and Sexuality in Asia and the Pacific
Scope & Guideline
Advancing Critical Discourse on Identity and Culture
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Research:
The journal encourages contributions from various disciplines, including cultural studies, sociology, gender studies, and media studies, to provide a holistic understanding of gender and sexuality. - Focus on Masculinities and Femininities:
A significant emphasis is placed on the constructs of masculinity and femininity, particularly in the context of cinema and popular culture, examining how these constructs shape societal norms and individual identities. - Queer Studies and LGBTQ+ Representation:
The journal actively explores queer identities and LGBTQ+ representation in literature, media, and society, highlighting activism, cultural expressions, and community experiences. - Historical and Contemporary Contexts:
Research often spans historical and contemporary contexts, analyzing how past events influence present gender and sexuality narratives in Asia and the Pacific. - Political and Social Activism:
The journal addresses themes of political activism related to gender and sexuality, showcasing how cultural productions intersect with movements for social justice and equality.
Trending and Emerging
- Masculinity Studies:
Recent publications have increasingly focused on masculinity, particularly within South Asian cinema and cultural narratives, examining how masculinity is constructed, represented, and challenged in contemporary media. - Queer Activism and Representation:
There is a growing interest in queer activism and the representation of LGBTQ+ identities in various cultural forms, particularly in the context of Southeast Asia, showcasing how these narratives intersect with political and social movements. - Cinematic Representations of Gender and Sexuality:
The journal has highlighted the role of cinema as a site for exploring and contesting gender and sexuality norms, with a focus on how films from different regions reflect and shape societal attitudes. - Intersectionality in Gender Studies:
Emerging themes emphasize intersectional approaches that consider how various identities (race, class, sexuality) interact, leading to a more comprehensive understanding of gender and sexuality issues. - Mental Health and Gender Identity:
Recent research has begun to address the mental health implications of gender identity and sexuality, particularly within marginalized communities, linking personal experiences to broader social contexts.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Gender Norms:
There is a noticeable decline in studies focusing solely on traditional gender norms without intersectional analysis, as the journal increasingly emphasizes nuanced perspectives that incorporate race, class, and sexuality. - Historical Gender Studies:
Research that strictly adheres to historical gender studies, without connecting to contemporary issues or movements, seems to be less prevalent, reflecting a broader trend towards immediate relevance in gender research. - Static Representations of LGBTQ+ Identities:
The representation of LGBTQ+ identities in a static or monolithic way is less frequently explored, as the journal pivots towards dynamic and intersectional approaches that better reflect the diversity within LGBTQ+ communities. - Binary Gender Frameworks:
The journal has seen a reduction in articles that strictly adhere to binary frameworks of gender, moving instead towards more fluid and expansive understandings of gender identity. - Focus on Western Frameworks:
There is a decline in reliance on Western theoretical frameworks to analyze Asian and Pacific contexts, as scholars increasingly seek to develop localized theories that resonate more authentically with regional experiences.
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