URVIO-Revista Latinoamericana de Estudios de Seguridad
Scope & Guideline
Illuminating the path to regional stability.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Security Studies:
The journal focuses on security issues from various disciplinary perspectives, including political science, sociology, economics, and anthropology, allowing for a holistic understanding of security dynamics in Latin America. - Drug Trafficking and Organized Crime:
A core area of research involves examining the impact of drug trafficking and organized crime on social, economic, and political structures, particularly in relation to vulnerable communities and state responses. - Geopolitical Analysis:
The journal emphasizes the geopolitical dimensions of security, exploring how global power shifts, such as the rise of China and the decline of U.S. hegemony, affect regional security and cooperation. - Human Security and Social Justice:
A significant focus is placed on human security, addressing issues such as migration, violence, and inequality, with an emphasis on the social implications of security policies. - Cultural and Social Dimensions of Security:
The examination of cultural interactions, including the role of indigenous communities and gender in security contexts, is a unique contribution that enriches the discourse on security studies.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of Extractivism on Security:
There is a growing focus on how extractive industries, such as mining and logging, intersect with security issues, particularly concerning indigenous rights and environmental degradation. - Gender and Security:
The exploration of gender dynamics in security contexts, including the role of women in crime and victimization, is increasingly prominent, reflecting broader global discourses on gender and security. - Migration and Human Security:
The relationship between irregular migration and security is gaining attention, especially in light of regional crises and the socio-economic implications of migration flows. - Technological Implications for Security:
Research on the impact of technology, including artificial intelligence and surveillance, on security practices and policies is emerging as a critical area of interest. - Community-Based Security Initiatives:
There is an increasing emphasis on community and participatory approaches to security, indicating a shift towards more inclusive and localized strategies in addressing security challenges.
Declining or Waning
- Military-Centric Security Approaches:
Research that primarily emphasizes traditional military responses to security threats is becoming less common, as the journal increasingly prioritizes comprehensive approaches integrating social and economic factors. - Historical Military Conflicts:
Studies centered on historical military conflicts, such as those from previous decades, are receiving less attention compared to contemporary security issues, indicating a shift towards current and pressing security challenges. - State-Centric Security Models:
There is a noticeable decline in the exploration of state-centric security models, with an increasing focus on non-state actors and community-based security initiatives. - Conventional Crime Analysis:
Research focusing solely on conventional crime without linking it to broader socio-economic or geopolitical contexts is decreasing, reflecting a trend towards more integrated analyses. - International Relations in Isolation:
Studies that analyze international relations without considering their implications for local security dynamics are becoming less frequent, indicating a shift towards more contextualized and grounded research.
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