Simbiotica
Scope & Guideline
Empowering research through open-access insights.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Critical Social Theories:
The journal emphasizes critical perspectives on social issues, exploring themes such as feminism, LGBTQIA+ rights, and racial justice through a variety of theoretical frameworks. - Environmental and Climate Justice:
A significant focus is placed on ecofeminism, climate change, and the rights of nature, analyzing how these issues intersect with social justice movements. - Cultural Representations and Identity:
Simbiotica examines the representation of marginalized communities in literature, media, and public discourse, highlighting the complexities of identity formation in a globalized world. - Public Policy and Social Movements:
The journal investigates the relationship between social movements and public policy, especially in the context of marginalized populations, providing insights into activism and governance. - Methodological Innovations:
Simbiotica encourages innovative methodologies in social research, including computational social science and participatory approaches, to address contemporary challenges.
Trending and Emerging
- Intersectionality and Identity Politics:
There is a growing emphasis on intersectionality, particularly regarding LGBTQIA+ identities, race, and gender. Recent papers explore the complexities of identity in relation to social movements and public policy. - Climate Change and Social Justice:
Emerging discussions around climate change increasingly connect environmental issues with social justice, highlighting the role of marginalized communities in climate activism and policy-making. - Impact of Digital Media on Social Movements:
The influence of digital media and technology on social movements is a trending theme, with scholars analyzing the role of algorithms, social networks, and online activism in shaping public discourse. - Health and Pandemic Responses:
The COVID-19 pandemic has catalyzed a surge in research related to public health, social responses to crises, and the implications of health disparities on marginalized populations. - Cultural Production and Representation:
There is an increasing focus on cultural production, including literature, art, and media representations of social issues, as a means of understanding and challenging societal norms.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Academic Narratives:
There is a noticeable decrease in papers that adhere strictly to conventional academic frameworks, suggesting a movement towards more diverse and interdisciplinary approaches. - Historical Analysis of Social Movements:
While still present, the emphasis on historical perspectives of social movements has waned, possibly due to a growing interest in contemporary activism and real-time responses to social issues. - Neoliberal Critique in Isolation:
The critique of neoliberalism, once a central theme, is becoming less frequent as the journal expands its scope to include more intersectional and global perspectives. - Localized Case Studies:
The focus on localized case studies, particularly those that do not connect to broader global narratives or theories, appears to be declining in favor of more comparative and transnational analyses. - Philosophical Explorations:
There has been a reduction in papers dedicated solely to philosophical explorations of identity and society, as empirical and activist-oriented research becomes more prevalent.
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