Dina Bolokan (Univ. of Bath) and Prisca Pfammatter (Bern Univ.) (Web)
Proposals by: 30.06.2025
The old image of the farm was a white, male-centered unit of production. Over the years the role of women, of migrant workers, of queers, were made visible. As contributions of “the margins” gain recognition, new social and ecological relationships are gaining prominence—reshaping how we think about agriculture, sustainability, and justice. With this Call for Papers we encourage scholars to (re)think agriculture from the margins. What alternative models exist beyond traditional family farming and extractivist agricultural systems? And how might marginalized perspectives – such as those of queer, racialized, and migrantized individuals – contribute to the development of sustainable and socially just agricultural practices? Furthermore, how do issues of racism, disability, and social justice intersect with access to farmland and natural resources?
These critical questions lie at the heart of our Call for Papers, which seeks to explore intersectional approaches to sustainable agriculture. This call invites scholars and practitioners to engage with the socio-ecological dimensions of sustainability, centering marginalized perspectives that challenge dominant narratives and foster more inclusive, resilient agricultural practices.
We welcome contributions that critically engage with, but are not limited to, the following themes:
– Gendered and Sexual Relations
– Queer Perspectives on Farm Life and Work
– Migration and Racism in Agriculture
– Disability and Agriculture
– Human and More-Than-Human Relationships
– Practical Examples and Case Studies
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Source: Gender Campus