PUNISHMENT & SOCIETY-INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PENOLOGY
Scope & Guideline
Unpacking the Dynamics of Justice Systems
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Approaches to Penology:
The journal encourages research that draws from various fields such as sociology, criminology, law, and political science, allowing for a comprehensive understanding of punishment and its societal implications. - Focus on Marginalized Communities:
There is a consistent emphasis on the experiences of marginalized populations, including racial minorities, immigrants, and the economically disadvantaged, highlighting how punitive measures disproportionately affect these groups. - Global Perspectives on Punishment:
The journal publishes studies that explore penal systems and practices from a global viewpoint, considering the impact of colonial histories, globalization, and transnational influences on contemporary penal practices. - Critical Examination of Penal Policies:
Research often critiques existing penal policies and practices, exploring their ethical implications, effectiveness, and the socio-political contexts that shape them. - Exploration of Alternatives to Punishment:
The journal explores themes of restorative justice, rehabilitation, and abolitionist perspectives, promoting discussions on potential reforms and alternatives to conventional punitive measures.
Trending and Emerging
- Intersectionality in Penal Discourse:
Recent publications are emphasizing intersectional analyses of punishment, considering how various identities (race, gender, class) interact to shape experiences within the penal system. - Impact of Technology on Punishment:
There is a growing focus on how technology influences penal practices, including surveillance, digital monitoring, and the implications of data-driven decision-making in criminal justice. - Reform Movements and Abolitionist Perspectives:
Emerging discussions around prison abolition, restorative justice, and reform movements are becoming more prominent, reflecting a societal shift towards questioning the efficacy and morality of existing penal systems. - Public Health and Penal Systems:
The intersection of public health and punishment, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, is gaining traction, highlighting issues such as health care access for incarcerated individuals and the implications of health crises on penal policies. - Environmental Justice and Punishment:
An emerging theme is the exploration of environmental justice in relation to punishment, examining how environmental factors contribute to criminalization and the penal system's role in exacerbating social inequities.
Declining or Waning
- Historical Analyses of Penal Systems:
There has been a noticeable decline in papers focusing solely on historical analyses of penal systems, as contemporary issues and current penal practices take precedence in the discourse. - Traditional Models of Punishment:
Research centered on traditional punitive models, such as retribution and deterrence, appears to be less frequent, with more emphasis shifting toward restorative justice and rehabilitative approaches. - Local and National Case Studies:
While regional studies still hold value, the journal has seen a decrease in localized case studies, possibly due to a growing interest in comparative and global analyses that transcend national boundaries. - Theoretical Frameworks of Punishment:
Discussion around classical theories of punishment, such as utilitarianism and retributivism, seems to be waning as scholars increasingly opt for innovative frameworks that address contemporary challenges in penology. - Focus on Incarceration Rates Alone:
There is a declining emphasis on merely reporting incarceration rates without contextual analysis, as the journal increasingly prioritizes discussions on the implications of incarceration and its socio-political consequences.
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