Politica y Sociedad
Scope & Guideline
Exploring the Intersection of Politics and Society.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Political Analysis:
The journal focuses on the interplay between politics and society, encouraging submissions that explore political behavior, institutional changes, and the role of various actors and movements within political contexts. - Social Movements and Activism:
Research on social movements, grassroots activism, and collective action is a core area, with an emphasis on understanding how these movements influence political landscapes and societal change. - Human Rights and Social Justice:
A significant portion of the journal’s content addresses issues of human rights, social justice, and the role of marginalized groups, including indigenous populations and women, in shaping political discourse. - Political Economy and Policy Studies:
The journal examines the political economy of various regions, focusing on public policies, economic strategies, and the implications of neoliberalism and globalization. - Historical and Comparative Analyses:
Contributions often include historical perspectives and comparative analyses of political systems, ideologies, and movements, particularly in Latin America and Europe.
Trending and Emerging
- Memorialization and Historical Memory:
Recent publications have shown a growing interest in the politics of memory, including how societies remember and deal with past traumas, particularly in contexts of state violence and social conflict. - Gender and Intersectionality:
There is a rising trend in research addressing gender issues through an intersectional lens, exploring the complexities of gender, race, class, and sexuality in political contexts and societal structures. - Digital Politics and New Media:
The exploration of digital politics, including the role of social media in political communication and activism, has become increasingly prominent, reflecting the impact of technology on contemporary political engagement. - Environmental Politics and Climate Justice:
Emerging themes around environmental politics, sustainability, and climate justice are gaining traction, indicating a growing awareness of ecological issues within political discourse. - Transnational Movements and Globalization:
The journal is increasingly publishing research that examines transnational political movements and the effects of globalization on local contexts, highlighting interconnectedness in political phenomena.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Electoral Politics:
There has been a noticeable decrease in articles focusing solely on traditional electoral politics and party systems, possibly indicating a broader shift towards examining political behavior and activism beyond formal electoral frameworks. - Historical Narratives of Political Parties:
Research centered on the historical narratives of specific political parties has diminished, suggesting a move towards more fluid and dynamic analyses of political movements and their contemporary implications. - Conventional Policy Analysis:
The journal seems to be moving away from conventional policy analysis that does not incorporate a critical or interdisciplinary perspective, as more articles focus on innovative approaches to policy and governance.
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