Moussons-Recherche en Sciences Humaines sur l Asie du Sud-Est
Scope & Guideline
Championing Open Access to Southeast Asian Insights
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Cultural Studies and Representation:
The journal focuses on the representation of cultures, identities, and historical narratives in Southeast Asia, exploring how these elements shape social dynamics and individual experiences. - Political and Social Transformations:
It examines political transitions, social movements, and gender transformations, particularly in contexts of conflict, colonialism, and nationalism, providing insights into the region's evolving political landscape. - Migration and Diaspora Studies:
Moussons addresses issues related to migration, diaspora, and transnational connections, highlighting the experiences of Southeast Asian communities both within the region and abroad. - Heritage and Memory:
The exploration of heritage practices and collective memory in Southeast Asia is a core focus, reflecting on how history influences contemporary identities and cultural expressions. - Environmental and Urban Studies:
The journal investigates urban ecologies and environmental challenges in Southeast Asia, examining the interplay between development, culture, and sustainability.
Trending and Emerging
- Gender and Political Activism:
There is a noticeable trend towards exploring the intersection of gender and political activism, particularly in contexts of conflict and social change, highlighting women's roles in shaping political landscapes. - Memory Politics and Transitional Justice:
Research on memory politics, especially related to transitional justice and historical memory of conflicts, has gained traction, indicating a growing interest in how societies reconcile with their pasts. - Environmental Justice and Urbanization:
Emerging themes include the study of environmental justice within the context of rapid urbanization, focusing on the socio-environmental impacts of development in Southeast Asian cities. - Transnationalism and Diasporic Identities:
There is an increasing emphasis on transnationalism and the complexities of diasporic identities, reflecting the fluidity of cultural and social boundaries in a globalized world. - Cultural Heritage in Crisis:
The theme of cultural heritage under threat, particularly in the context of globalization and conflict, is increasingly prominent, showcasing the need to protect and preserve cultural identities.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Ethnographic Studies:
There appears to be a waning interest in traditional ethnographic studies that solely focus on isolated communities without addressing broader socio-political contexts, as the journal increasingly favors interdisciplinary approaches. - Colonial History without Contemporary Context:
Papers that discuss colonial history in isolation, without connecting to contemporary issues such as post-colonial identity or ongoing socio-political challenges, have become less frequent. - Narrowly Defined Gender Studies:
While gender remains an important theme, studies that do not incorporate intersectionality or broader social implications are declining, as the discourse shifts towards more inclusive analyses. - Economic Development in a Vacuum:
Research that discusses economic development without considering environmental, cultural, or social impacts is less common, reflecting a growing awareness of the interconnectedness of these themes. - Static Cultural Representations:
There is a noticeable decrease in studies that portray cultures as static or unchanging, as the journal encourages more dynamic and contextual analyses of cultural practices.
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