Journal of Global Slavery
Scope & Guideline
Fostering Critical Dialogues on Global Inequities
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Historical Analysis of Slavery:
The journal emphasizes the historical study of slavery, addressing its various forms, practices, and the socio-economic contexts in which slavery has existed. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
Research published in the journal employs interdisciplinary methodologies, integrating perspectives from history, sociology, anthropology, law, and cultural studies to analyze slavery. - Impact of Slavery on Modern Society:
The journal investigates the lasting impacts of slavery on contemporary social, political, and economic structures, including issues related to race, identity, and human rights. - Focus on Resistance and Agency:
A core area of research involves exploring the resistance movements and agency of enslaved individuals, highlighting their struggles for freedom and dignity. - Global Perspectives:
The journal adopts a global perspective, examining slavery not just in the context of the Atlantic slave trade but also in other regions, including Africa, Asia, and the Americas.
Trending and Emerging
- Intersections of Slavery and Gender:
There is a rising trend in research examining the intersections of slavery with gender, focusing on the roles and experiences of women in both historical and contemporary contexts. - Contemporary Slavery and Human Trafficking:
The journal is increasingly publishing works that address modern forms of slavery and human trafficking, reflecting a growing concern for human rights and social justice. - Cultural Memory and Representation:
Emerging themes include the study of cultural memory and representation of slavery in literature, art, and popular culture, exploring how these narratives shape societal understanding of slavery. - Transnational and Comparative Studies:
Research that transcends national boundaries and compares different forms of slavery across cultures is gaining prominence, showcasing a global interconnectedness in the study of slavery. - Slavery and Environmental Justice:
There is a growing interest in exploring the relationship between slavery and environmental issues, particularly how historical practices of enslavement have impacted ecological systems and contemporary environmental justice movements.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Economic Analyses of Slavery:
There has been a noticeable decrease in papers focusing solely on the economic dimensions of slavery, such as profitability and labor economics, as the field moves towards more nuanced cultural and social analyses. - Narrowly Defined Regional Studies:
Research that focuses exclusively on specific regions without a broader context is becoming less prevalent, as scholars increasingly seek comparative and transnational frameworks. - Static Historical Narratives:
The journal has seen a decline in traditional narratives that depict slavery in a linear historical context, with a growing preference for complex narratives that incorporate multiple perspectives and voices. - Legalistic Approaches to Slavery:
Research that approaches slavery primarily from a legalistic framework, focusing on laws and regulations without considering broader social implications, is becoming less common. - Abolitionism as a Sole Focus:
Papers that concentrate exclusively on abolitionist movements without linking them to ongoing discussions of modern slavery and its legacies are witnessing reduced publication frequency.
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