CALL FOR PAPERS: FUTURE OF GENDER STUDIES (VOL 2 NO 2 2025)

Editor
Dr Mala Shikha Shukla
Assistant Professor
Department of Spanish Studies, Doon University, Uttarakhand, India.
Email: editor@cgsjournal.com

The Theme

As we approach the end of the first quarter of the 21st century, it’s imperative to consider the future of Gender Studies. Various factors, including societal, technological, and global interactions, will influence its direction. Interdisciplinary integration will remain central as gender studies draw from sociology, psychology, history, and political science. Globalization will bring new challenges and opportunities, impacting gender roles and identities. Technological advancements, particularly in artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and social media will redefine gender dynamics, raising questions about algorithmic bias and the reinforcement of gender stereotypes.

Policy and legislative changes will be vital to shape gender studies, focusing on equality, reproductive rights, and anti-discrimination. Intersectionality will remain central in addressing gender inequalities, while environmental concerns will gain prominence in gender research.

Cultural shifts will shape new perspectives on masculinity, femininity, and non-binary identities, and gender and health disparities will be explored more deeply.

Economic factors such as labor market dynamics and educational opportunities will be critical in examining gender inequalities and developing strategies for equitable growth. Media representations will continue to influence public perceptions of gender, while artistic and media representations must follow civilized norms and shake off sensationalism for profit-making.

Gender studies will align with the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 5, focusing on achieving gender equality and empowering women and girls. This includes analyzing the gender-specific impacts of other SDGs, such as poverty (SDG 1), health (SDG 2), well-being (SDG 3) and education (SDG 4).

Suggested areas and topics

I. Interdisciplinary Integration in Gender Studies

  1. Sociology: Social institutions, gender roles and identities, and intersectionality
  2. Psychology: Gender differences in cognitive and emotional development
  3. History: Gender in historical narratives and historiography.
  4. Political Science: Gender politics in government and policy-making
  5. Literature: Feminist literary criticism and its impact on gender studies
  6. Visual Arts: Gender representation in visual media by female artist.
  7. Film and Media: The role of popular culture on societal attitudes towards gender.
  8. Performing Arts: Gender dynamics in theater, dance, and performance art.
  9. Cultural Narratives: Gender identity in folklore, myths, and cultural narratives.

II. Globalization and Gender Studies

  1. Cultural Exchange: Globalization and new gender identities.
  2. Migration Dynamics: The role of migrants in reshaping gender dynamics in host societies.
  3. Global Economic Factors: Gendered dimensions of labor market changes
  4. Transnational feminist movements in advocating for gender equality.
  5. Gender and Global Media
  6. Global Governance and Gender Policies
  7. Gender and Global Environmental Issues

III. Technological Advancements and Gender Dynamics

  1. Artificial Intelligence and Gender Dynamics
  2. AI and Human Robots: Ethical Implications
  3. Biotechnology and Gender
  4. Social Media: Online activism and gender equality movements on social media.
  5. Digital Literacy: Strategies for promoting gender-inclusive digital literacy programs.

IV. Policy and Legislative Changes in Gender Studies

  1. Gender Equality and Advocacy: Legislative measures for promoting gender equality.
  2. Intersectionality and Legal Frameworks
  3. Reproductive Rights and Health Policies
  4. Economic Policies and Gender Equality

V. Cultural Shifts and Gender Studies

  1. Representation and recognition of non-binary and gender-fluid identities.
  2. Gender, Physical and Mental Health
  3. Medical Research and Gender: The importance of gender-inclusive medical research.
  4. Cultural Norms and Gender Values

VI. Economic Factors and Gender Inequalities

  1. Labor Market Dynamics and Gender
  2. Educational Opportunities and Gender
  3. Economic Policies and Gender Equity
  4. Gender and Workforce Participation

VII. United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Gender Studies

  1. Achieving SDG 5: Gender Equality and Empowerment

Languages of Publication: We accept papers written in English & Spanish.

Submission Guidelines: https://cgsjournal.com/guidelines>>

Submission Deadline: April 15, 2025.

IMPORTANT

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