JOURNAL OF GENDER STUDIES
Scope & Guideline
Challenging conventions with cutting-edge gender research.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Intersectionality Studies:
The journal consistently emphasizes intersectionality, exploring how various social identities (such as race, class, sexuality, and ability) intersect with gender, impacting individuals' experiences and societal structures. - Cultural Representations of Gender:
It investigates the portrayal of gender in various cultural contexts, including literature, media, and the arts, offering critical analyses of how these representations shape societal norms and individual identities. - Activism and Social Movements:
The journal highlights feminist activism and the role of gender in social movements, examining how collective action influences gender norms and policies across different cultural and political landscapes. - Global Perspectives on Gender:
Research published in the journal often takes a global perspective, addressing gender issues in diverse cultural contexts, particularly in non-Western societies, and examining the impact of globalization on gender relations. - Policy Analysis and Gender:
The journal includes discussions on gender-related policies, analyzing their implications for various populations, especially marginalized groups, and offering insights into policy-making processes.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Activism and Gender:
Research exploring the role of digital platforms in feminist activism, including the impact of social media on gender discourse and community building, is rapidly gaining attention. - Queer Studies and Non-Binary Identities:
There is an increasing focus on queer studies and the experiences of non-binary individuals, reflecting a broader societal recognition of gender diversity beyond the binary. - Mental Health and Gender:
Emerging studies are addressing the intersection of gender and mental health, particularly how societal gender norms affect individuals' mental health outcomes and coping strategies. - Gender and Technology:
The intersection of gender studies with technology, including discussions on how technology shapes gender identities and experiences, has become a significant area of research, particularly in the context of digital media. - Global Feminisms:
An increased emphasis on global feminisms is evident, with researchers exploring gender issues in various cultural contexts and the implications of transnational feminist movements.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Gender Roles:
There has been a noticeable decrease in research focused on traditional gender roles, as contemporary discussions increasingly favor fluid and non-binary understandings of gender. - Historical Gender Studies:
Research centered solely on historical perspectives of gender without contemporary relevance has seen a decline, as scholars shift towards applying historical insights to current gender dynamics. - Binary Gender Constructs:
The focus on binary gender constructs (male/female) is waning, with more emphasis being placed on non-binary and genderqueer identities, reflecting a broader acceptance of diverse gender expressions. - Single-Narrative Feminism:
Papers that adhere to a singular narrative of feminism, particularly those that do not consider intersectional perspectives, are becoming less common as the discourse evolves to embrace more inclusive frameworks. - Gender and the Natural Sciences:
While gender studies in the natural sciences were once a burgeoning field, there appears to be a reduced focus on this area, with more emphasis now placed on social sciences and humanities.
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