New Global Studies
Scope & Guideline
Fostering Dialogue in Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Examination of Globalization:
The journal emphasizes a comprehensive approach to global studies, integrating insights from history, sociology, political science, economics, and cultural studies to explore the multifaceted impacts of globalization. - Focus on Historical Contexts:
Many articles delve into historical events and their global implications, providing readers with a nuanced understanding of how past occurrences shape contemporary global dynamics. - Critical Perspectives on Power Dynamics:
The journal critically analyzes power structures and relationships in global contexts, including discussions on imperialism, migration, labor, and environmental issues, highlighting voices from marginalized communities. - Engagement with Contemporary Issues:
The journal addresses pressing contemporary themes such as climate change, digital sovereignty, and global health crises, making it relevant to current global challenges. - Exploration of Cultural Narratives:
'New Global Studies' investigates cultural narratives and their roles in shaping global identities and discourses, reflecting on how culture influences and is influenced by globalization.
Trending and Emerging
- Global Health and Pandemic Responses:
Recent publications have increasingly focused on global health issues, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, exploring its implications for governance, security, and economic systems. - Environmental Justice and Climate Change:
There is a growing emphasis on the intersection of climate change and social justice, with articles addressing how global warming impacts marginalized communities and the role of global governance in addressing these challenges. - Digital Sovereignty and Technology:
Emerging themes around digital governance, blockchain technology, and the implications of digital transformations for state sovereignty are gaining traction, reflecting the importance of technology in contemporary global affairs. - Decolonization and Global South Perspectives:
A significant trend is the increasing inclusion of decolonial perspectives that challenge traditional narratives and highlight the contributions and experiences of the Global South in the context of globalization. - Migration and Transnationalism:
There is an intensified focus on migration as a critical area of study, examining the complexities of global labor migration, transnational identities, and the socio-political implications of migration policies.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Western-Centric Narratives:
There has been a noticeable reduction in papers focusing solely on Western perspectives of globalization, as the journal shifts towards more inclusive and diverse viewpoints from the Global South. - Static Economic Models:
The journal has moved away from static economic analyses that do not incorporate the dynamic nature of globalization, favoring instead discussions that reflect the complexities of contemporary economic interactions. - Limited Focus on Historical Narratives of the Cold War:
Topics centered exclusively on Cold War dynamics have decreased, possibly due to the increasing relevance of post-Cold War global issues that reflect current geopolitical tensions. - Reduction of Theoretical Papers:
There is a declining trend in purely theoretical discussions without empirical grounding, as the journal favors articles that connect theory with real-world applications and case studies. - Decreased Attention to Nationalism in Isolation:
Papers that focus on nationalism without considering its global implications are becoming less frequent, as the journal emphasizes the interconnectedness of national and global identities.
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