Refuge
Scope & Guideline
Transforming refugee studies through innovative scholarship.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Research on Refugee Issues:
The journal publishes research that crosses disciplinary boundaries, integrating perspectives from sociology, anthropology, law, health sciences, and education to provide a holistic understanding of refugee experiences. - Focus on Vulnerability and Resilience:
A consistent theme in the journal is the exploration of vulnerability and resilience among refugees, examining how individuals and communities navigate their circumstances and the systemic barriers they face. - Policy Analysis and Advocacy:
Refuge often includes critical analyses of policies affecting refugees and migrants, advocating for change and highlighting the implications of state actions on displaced populations. - Cultural and Social Integration:
The journal explores themes of belonging, identity, and social integration, looking at how refugees adapt to new environments and the factors that facilitate or hinder their inclusion. - Impact of Global Crises on Refugee Populations:
Publications frequently address the impact of global crises—such as pandemics, climate change, and geopolitical conflicts—on refugee movements and their lived experiences.
Trending and Emerging
- Intersectionality in Refugee Experiences:
There is an increasing focus on intersectional analyses that consider how various identities (e.g., gender, age, ethnicity) impact the experiences of refugees, illustrating the nuanced ways in which multiple forms of discrimination affect individuals. - Mental Health and Well-Being of Refugees:
Recent studies are increasingly addressing the mental health challenges faced by refugees, particularly in the context of trauma, resilience, and the impact of displacement on psychological well-being. - Digital Technologies and Refugee Experiences:
The role of digital technologies in the lives of refugees has gained prominence, with research exploring both the benefits and challenges of technology in facilitating communication, integration, and access to services. - Youth and Refugee Populations:
Emerging research is focusing on the experiences of youth within refugee populations, examining their unique challenges, agency, and contributions to community dynamics. - Global Governance and Refugee Policy:
There is a growing trend towards analyzing the implications of global governance structures and policies on refugees, particularly in relation to international compacts and cooperative frameworks among nations.
Declining or Waning
- Historical Perspectives on Refugee Movements:
There has been a noticeable decrease in publications focused solely on historical case studies of refugee movements, which were previously more prevalent. This shift may indicate a growing focus on contemporary issues over historical analysis. - Theoretical Frameworks in Refugee Studies:
The use of traditional theoretical frameworks may be waning as researchers increasingly favor empirical, evidence-based studies that prioritize lived experiences over abstract theoretical discussions. - Focus on Legal Frameworks and Asylum Law:
While legal issues are still addressed, there appears to be a reduced emphasis on detailed examinations of asylum law and legal frameworks compared to the past, with more focus shifting towards sociocultural aspects of displacement. - Generalized Discussions of Refugee Experiences:
There has been a decline in broad, generalized discussions of refugee experiences without specific contextual focus. The journal now favors more nuanced, context-specific studies that delve into particular populations or issues. - Traditional Humanitarian Narratives:
The journal has moved away from traditional humanitarian narratives that portray refugees solely as victims, shifting towards narratives that highlight agency and resilience, thus reducing the prevalence of victim-centric storytelling.
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