Middle East Critique
Scope & Guideline
Bridging disciplines to enrich understanding of the Middle East.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Critical Examination of Political Dynamics:
The journal emphasizes critical analyses of political authority, governance, and resistance movements within the Middle East, particularly regarding the Arab Spring and its aftermath. - Focus on Palestine and Colonial Studies:
A significant portion of the journal's content is dedicated to the Palestinian struggle, settler colonialism, and the implications of international policies on Palestine, reflecting a commitment to decolonization and social justice. - Interdisciplinary Methodologies:
The journal employs a range of methodologies from various disciplines, including sociology, political science, cultural studies, and history, to provide nuanced insights into Middle Eastern issues. - Engagement with Global Contexts:
The journal contextualizes Middle Eastern issues within global frameworks, addressing themes of imperialism, diaspora, and transnationalism, thereby enhancing the understanding of regional dynamics in a broader context. - Cultural and Social Narratives:
It explores cultural productions, social movements, and collective identities, contributing to a deeper understanding of the lived experiences of people in the region.
Trending and Emerging
- Decolonization and Social Justice:
There is a growing emphasis on decolonization frameworks and social justice, particularly in relation to Palestine, reflecting a broader global discourse on equity and justice. - Environmental Justice and Land Rights:
Recent publications indicate an increasing focus on environmental justice, land rights, and urban informality, highlighting the intersection of ecological concerns with social movements in the region. - Diaspora and Transnational Studies:
The exploration of diasporic identities and transnational connections is gaining traction, with research focusing on the experiences of Middle Eastern diasporas and their roles in global activism. - Resistance and Counterpublics:
Emerging themes around resistance movements, particularly in the context of youth and academic activism, are becoming prominent, showcasing how these groups challenge existing power structures. - Gender and Intersectionality:
There is an increasing focus on gender issues and intersectionality, reflecting a broader acknowledgment of how different identities intersect to shape experiences and mobilizations in the Middle East.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Historical Narratives:
There appears to be a decline in research focused solely on traditional historical narratives of the Middle East, as newer contributions emphasize contemporary issues and critical theory over historical accounts. - Western-centric Perspectives:
The journal has moved away from publications that primarily adopt Western perspectives on Middle Eastern issues, instead favoring indigenous voices and local knowledge systems. - Static National Identity Studies:
Research that treats national identities as static or unchanging is declining. The current trend favors dynamic analyses of identity that consider the fluidity and intersectionality of identities in the region. - Conventional Economic Analyses:
There is a noticeable reduction in conventional economic analyses that do not account for socio-political contexts, as the journal shifts towards more nuanced discussions of economics intertwined with cultural and political factors. - Simplistic Views on Sectarianism:
The journal is moving away from simplistic sectarian narratives, focusing instead on the complexities of sectarian identities and their interactions with broader socio-political movements.
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