STRATI Journal of Gender Studies and Women’s Empowerment

The journal aims to:

• Promote rigorous and interdisciplinary research in gender studies and women’s empowerment.
• Facilitate the dissemination of feminist theories, gender analyses, and empowerment practices.
• Support critical examination of power relations, social norms, and inequalities affecting gender and women.
• Encourage dialogue on policy frameworks, grassroots activism, and institutional reforms advancing gender justice.
• Provide a forum for diverse voices and perspectives, including intersectional approaches considering race, class, sexuality, and disability.

The scope includes but is not limited to:

• Feminist theory and gender philosophy.
• Women’s rights and legal frameworks.
• Gender-based violence and prevention strategies.
• Economic empowerment and gendered labor markets.
• Health, reproductive rights, and bodily autonomy.
• Education, leadership, and political participation of women.
• LGBTQ+ studies and queer theory.
• Intersectionality and multiple identities.

Detailed Themes

The journal welcomes manuscripts on a broad range of topics including but not limited to:

Feminist Theory and Gender Philosophy

• Historical and contemporary feminist movements
• Gender as a social construct
• Queer theory and gender fluidity
• Masculinity studies and men’s roles

Women’s Rights and Legal Frameworks

• International human rights and gender justice
• Gender-sensitive legislation and policy analysis
• Access to justice and legal reforms
• Advocacy and feminist legal theory

Gender-Based Violence and Prevention Strategies

• Domestic violence, sexual harassment, and trafficking
• Prevention programs and survivor support
• Policy and institutional responses
• Community-based and activist approaches

Economic Empowerment and Gendered Labor Markets

• Women’s entrepreneurship and microfinance
• Wage gaps and employment discrimination
• Informal economy and unpaid care work
• Social protection and labor rights

Health, Reproductive Rights, and Bodily Autonomy

• Maternal health and reproductive justice
• Access to healthcare and sexual health education
• Mental health and well-being
• Disability and gendered health issues

Education, Leadership, and Political Participation of Women

• Gender equity in education access and outcomes
• Women in leadership and decision-making roles
• Political representation and participation
• Gender-sensitive curricula and pedagogy

LGBTQ+ Studies and Queer Theory

• Rights and recognition of sexual minorities
• Intersection of gender and sexuality
• Queer activism and community building
• Health and social challenges of LGBTQ+ populations

Intersectionality and Multiple Identities

• Race, class, caste, and gender intersections
• Disability and gender inclusion
• Indigenous women and decolonial feminist perspectives
• Transnational feminism and global gender issues

Send your paper to Email: strat.institute@gmail.com