MCS-Masculinities and Social Change
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Unpacking Masculinities, Empowering Voices
Introduction
MCS-Masculinities and Social Change, published by HIPATIA PRESS, is a leading open-access journal dedicated to the interdisciplinary examination of masculinities and their impact on societal structures and transformations. Since its inception in 2012, this journal has fostered critical discussions and innovative research, contributing to the field of Gender Studies with a commendable Q3 ranking and a current Scopus position of 93 out of 213 journals in the category, placing it in the 56th percentile. With an aim to amplify diverse voices and perspectives, MCS invites researchers, scholars, professionals, and students to engage with its rich body of work that explores the complexities of gender norms, identities, and their implications for social change. Operating from Barcelona, Spain, MCS aims to bridge gaps in knowledge, promote collaboration, and serve as a platform for transformative scholarship that challenges conventional understandings of masculinity.
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