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Now Published · IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies: Volume 9 – Issue 2
IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies: Volume 9 – Issue 2 Editor-in-Chief: Holger Briel, Beijing Normal University-Hong Kong Baptist University United International College (UIC), China Published: December 31, 2025 ISSN: 2187-4905 https://doi.org/10.22492/ijcs.9.2 ‘Publishing cutting-edge cultural research since 2016’ As 2024 is quickly winding down, many of us are involved in the final academic chores of the …

David Lynch’s Los Angeles: Control and Liberation through the Cinematic Image
Author: Jakob Jurisch, Humboldt Universität Berlin, Germany Email: jakobcasparjurisch@web.de Published: December 31, 2024 https://doi.org/10.22492/ijcs.9.2.05 Citation: Yuan, W. (2024). David Lynch’s Los Angeles: Control and Liberation through the Cinematic Image. IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies, 9(2). https://doi.org/10.22492/ijcs.9.2.05 Abstract Arguably, one of America’s greatest cinematic surrealists, David Lynch, boasts a filmography concerned with iconography, the nature of …

Welcome to Volume 9 Issue 1 of the IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies
Dear Readers, As 2024 is quickly winding down, many of us are involved in the final academic chores of the year, be that grading papers, examination boards, research reports or, indeed, taking finals. During all these hectic endeavours, it is good to pause once in a while and remember the pivotal moments the year had …

IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies: Volume 9 – Issue 2
IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies: Volume 9 – Issue 2 Editor-in-Chief: Holger Briel, Beijing Normal University-Hong Kong Baptist University United International College (UIC), China Published: December 31, 2024 ISSN: 2187-4905 https://doi.org/10.22492/ijcs.9.2 Editor’s Introduction Welcome to this issue of the IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies Holger Briel, Editor-in-Chief, IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies Articles Foucault in …

Traditional Productions and Neo-Liberal Market Challenges for Cultural Identities: A study of Manipuri Indigenous Weavers in Bangladesh
Author: Rajmoni Singha, North South University, Dhaka Email: rajmoni.singha@northsouth.edu Published: July 5, 2024 https://doi.org/10.22492/ijcs.9.1.02 Citation: Singha, R. (2024). Traditional Productions and Neo-Liberal Market Challenges for Cultural Identities: A study of Manipuri Indigenous Weavers in Bangladesh. IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies, 9(1). https://doi.org/10.22492/ijcs.9.1.02 Abstract This study investigates how the Manipuri weaving community in Bangladesh strives to …

Welcome to Volume 9 Issue 1 of the IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies
Dear Readers, Ever since the end of Covid, the hope of the world for a return to an allegedly stable pre-Covid-19 time has been thwarted. Most of the world continues to be mesmerized by the horrible wars continuing in the Ukraine, in Sudan, and in Gaza. As the carnage continues unabated, one might be tempted …

IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies: Volume 9 – Issue 1
IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies: Volume 9 – Issue 1 Editor-in-Chief: Holger Briel, Beijing Normal University-Hong Kong Baptist University United International College (UIC), China Published: July 5, 2024 ISSN: 2187-4905 https://doi.org/10.22492/ijcs.9.1 Editor’s Introduction Welcome to this issue of the IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies Holger Briel, Editor-in-Chief, IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies Articles The Culture …

Now Published: Volume 8 – Issue 12 – IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies
IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies: Volume 8 – Issue 2 Editor-in-Chief: Holger Briel, Beijing Normal University-Hong Kong Baptist University United International College (UIC), China Published: December 30, 2023 ISSN: 2187-4905 https://doi.org/10.22492/ijcs.8.2 Dear Readers, If a few issues ago I had expressed the hope that there might be a let-up of crises for humanity in the …

Welcome to Volume 8 Issue 2 of the IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies
Dear Readers, If a few issues ago I had expressed the hope that there might be a let-up of crises for humanity in the cards, the last few months have taught us otherwise. If anything, existing crises have intensified or stretched to incorporate even more inhabitants of this planet. Besides the immeasurable pain and suffering …

“Bacha Posh”: Gender Construct in Afghan Culture Examined through the Lens of Children in Literature
Authors: Ritika Banerjee, Christ (Deemed to be University) Bangalore, India Sharon J, Christ (Deemed to be University) Bangalore, India Email: Ritika.banerjee@res.christuniversity.in Published: December 30, 2023 https://doi.org/10.22492/ijcs.8.2.04 Citation: Banerjee, R., & J, S. (2023). “Bacha Posh”: Gender Construct in Afghan Culture Examined through the Lens of Children in Literature, 8(2). https://doi.org/10.22492/ijcs.8.2.04 Abstract With the fall of …

IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies: Volume 8 – Issue 2
IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies: Volume 8 – Issue 2 Editor-in-Chief: Holger Briel, Beijing Normal University-Hong Kong Baptist University United International College (UIC), China Published: December 30, 2023 ISSN: 2187-4905 https://doi.org/10.22492/ijcs.8.2 Editor’s Introduction Welcome to this issue of the IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies Holger Briel, Editor-in-Chief, IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies Articles “Blame it …

Exploring Intercultural Communication as a Means to Promote Inclusivity in Diverse Organisations: A Study in a South African University
Author: Maria Mushaathoni, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa Email: mushaathonim1@tut.ac.za https://doi.org/10.22492/ije.11.3.08 Citation: Mushaathoni, M. (2023). Exploring Intercultural Communication as a Means to Promote Inclusivity in Diverse Organisations: A Study in a South African University. IAFOR Journal of Education, 11(3). https://doi.org/10.22492/ije.11.3.08 Abstract The paper aimed at exploring intercultural communication as a means to promote inclusivity in diverse …

Welcome to Volume 11 – Issue 3 – IAFOR Journal of Education: Studies in Education
Dear Readers, In our rapidly evolving world, education plays a pivotal role in shaping the future. Its transformative power can either perpetuate inequalities or serve as a catalyst for social justice, equity and the celebration of diversity. The mission of this annual issue of the IAFOR Journal of Education, Studies in Education issue, is to …

IAFOR Journal of Education: Volume 11 – Issue 3 – Studies in Education
IAFOR Journal of Education: Volume 11 – Issue 3 – Studies in Education Editor: Pearl Subban Published: December 8, 2023 ISSN: 2187-0594 https://doi.org/10.22492/ije.11.3 Editor’s Introduction Welcome to Volume 11 – Issue 3 – IAFOR Journal of Education: Studies in Education Pearl Subban, Editor, Monash University, Australia Articles Strategies to Succeed with Inclusion in a Diverse …

Television as a Tool of Memory and Identity in Khaled Hosseini’s Novels
Authors: Priya Meena, Delhi Technological University, India Rajiv Ranjan Dwivedi, Delhi Technological University, India Email: priya1996meena@gmail.com Published: August 16, 2023 https://doi.org/10.22492/ijah.10.1.04 Citation: Meena, P., & Dwivedi, R. R. (2023). Television as a Tool of Memory and Identity in Khaled Hosseini’s Novels. IAFOR Journal of Arts & Humanities, 10(1). https://doi.org/10.22492/ijah.10.1.04 Abstract Globalization epitomizes the convergence of …

Now Published: Volume 8 – Issue 1 – IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies
IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies: Volume 8 – Issue 1 Editor-in-Chief: Holger Briel, Beijing Normal University-Hong Kong Baptist University United International College (UIC), China Published: July 5, 2023 ISSN: 2187-4905 https://doi.org/10.22492/ijcs.8.1 Dear Readers, Welcome to the summer 2023 issue of IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies. As the world is slowly digging itself out of the …

Welcome to Volume 8 Issue 1 of the IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies
Dear Readers, As the world is slowly digging itself out of the COVID crisis, a return to normalcy is wished for by many, but far from possible. The Russian war against Ukraine, continuing strife in Sudan and emergencies in many other countries make it hard to catch one’s breath. This IJCS issue cannot do much …

Language, Culture, and Indigeneity: Reflections on their Interplay
Authors: Robert Davis, The National Indian Council on Aging, USA Elvira Sanatullova-Allison, Texas A&M University-Kingsville, USA Email: elviraallison@gmail.com Published: July 5, 2023 https://doi.org/10.22492/ijcs.8.1.05 Citation: Davis, R., & Sanatullova-Allison, E. (2023). Language, Culture, and Indigeneity: Reflections on their Interplay. IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies, 8(1). https://doi.org/10.22492/ijcs.8.1.05 Abstract Language encultures the speaker as subject and provides access …

Cultural Identity and Historical Nostalgia in Animated Film
Authors: Jae-Eun Oh, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong Yuet Kai Chan, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong Cedric van Eenoo, Independent Scholar Email: publications@iafor.org Published: July 5, 2023 https://doi.org/10.22492/ijcs.8.1.02 Citation: Oh, J.-E., Chan, Y. K., & van Eenoo, C. (2023). Cultural Identity and Historical Nostalgia in Animated Film. IAFOR Journal of Cultural …

IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies: Volume 8 – Issue 1
IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies: Volume 8 – Issue 1 Editor-in-Chief: Holger Briel, Beijing Normal University-Hong Kong Baptist University United International College (UIC), China Published: July 5, 2023 ISSN: 2187-4905 https://doi.org/10.22492/ijcs.8.1 Editor’s Introduction Welcome to this issue of the IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies Holger Briel, Editor-in-Chief, IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies Articles “Still Watching …

If There Were a Single Bahian (Brazilian) Dance Culture…
Author: Flaviana Xavier Antunes Sampaio, Bahia Southwest State University, Brazil Email: fxasampaio@uesb.edu.br Published: January 31, 2023 https://doi.org/10.22492/ijcs.7.2.04 Citation: Sampaio, F. X. A. (2023). If There Were a Single Bahian (Brazilian) Dance Culture…. IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies, 7(2). https://doi.org/10.22492/ijcs.7.2.04 Abstract How might culture be embedded in artworks? As a Brazilian artist performing abroad, I often …

Strength through Poetry as We Regain Our Balance in the COVID-19 Aftermath: Literary Insights from Ted Hughes and Seamus Heaney Read from a Naturalist and Existentialist Perspective
Author: Jytte Holmqvist, HBU-UCLan School of Media, Communication & Creative Industries Email: JHolmqvist@uclan.ac.uk Published: January 31, 2023 https://doi.org/10.22492/ijcs.7.2.01 Citation: Holmqvist, J. (2023). Strength through Poetry as We Regain Our Balance in the COVID-19 Aftermath: Literary Insights from Ted Hughes and Seamus Heaney Read from a Naturalist and Existentialist Perspective. IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies, 7(2). …

Cultural Expectations and Gendered Roles: Identity Formations in Jhumpa Lahiri’s The Lowland
Author: Damini Bhattacharya, University of Southampton, UK Email: d.bhattacharya117@gmail.com Published: December 31, 2022 https://doi.org/10.22492/ijah.9.2.05 Citation: Bhattacharya, D. (2022). Cultural Expectations and Gendered Roles: Identity Formations in Jhumpa Lahiri’s The Lowland. IAFOR Journal of Arts & Humanities, 9(2). https://doi.org/10.22492/ijah.9.2.05 Abstract Individual identities are not only a summation of one’s unique choices and experiences, but are also …

IAFOR Journal of Arts & Humanities: Volume 9 – Issue 2
IAFOR Journal of Arts & Humanities: Volume 9 – Issue 2 Editor: Dr Alfonso J. García-Osuna Hofstra University and The City University of New York, United States Published: December 31, 2022 ISSN: 2187-0616 https://doi.org/10.22492/ijah.9.2 Articles Is an Explanation a Reason? Paul Rastall, Independent Academic, UK Cartographies of Difference: Inventing Difference in Amitav Ghosh’s The Shadow …

Now Published: Special Issue of IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies
IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies: Volume 6 – Special Issue: “Law as/and Culture: Reconfiguring Human Rights and Justice” Guest Editor: John Nguyet Erni, Hong Kong Baptist University Editor-in-Chief: Holger Briel, Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, China Published: January 22, 2021 ISSN: 2187-4905 https://doi.org/10.22492/ijcs.6.SI From the Editor Dear Readers, This special issue mainly grew out of an advanced …

Welcome to the 2021 Special Issue of IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies
Law as/and Culture: Reconfiguring Human Rights and Justice Dear Readers, This special issue mainly grew out of an advanced seminar on Cultural Studies that I guest-taught at the National University of Singapore in 2018, where there has been a long-time engagement with interdisciplinary teaching and learning in the field of Cultural Studies through NUS’s Asian …

A Quest for “Justice” in Capital Punishment: A Socio-Legal Study of the Nirbhaya Gangrape Case
Author: Samra Irfan, National University of Singapore Email: samrairfan@u.nus.edu Published: January 22, 2021 https://doi.org/10.22492/ijcs.6.SI.07 Citation: Irfan, S. (2021). A Quest for “Justice” in Capital Punishment: A Socio-Legal Study of the Nirbhaya Gangrape Case. IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies, 6(SI). https://doi.org/10.22492/ijcs.6.SI.07 Abstract The December 16, 2012 gang rape case in India’s capital ignited fierce discussion on …