Anarchist Studies
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Anarchist Studies is an international peer-reviewed inter- and multi-disciplinary journal of anarchism research that has been publishing novel, refreshing and provocative arguments for over twenty years. Shaped by the scholarship of contributors rather than editorial commitments the journal publishes research into the history, culture, theory and practice of anarchism.
Anarchist Studies
3w ago
Emma Goldman and Reginald Reynolds on Palestine: some notes on anti-Semitism and Zionism before World War Two However shocking are recent events in and around Gaza, they do not arise like lightning on a clear day and out of blue skies – they may be seen in historical context. This text by AW Zurbrugg goes ..read more
Anarchist Studies
1M ago
As a warm-up for the 8th International ASN conference, we hosted 3 talks in Belfast, followed by some music. You can access the audio recording of each talk, and the music, at the links below. Máirtín Ó Catháin – Anarchism here, and there Cassidy Ferrari – Queer anarchist zine culture David Fox – Anarchist folk ..read more
Anarchist Studies
1M ago
The American Bar (65 Dock Street, Belfast) Thursday 14th March – 7pm-10pm (folk club is on afterwards) The 8th International Anarchist Studies Network Conference is coming to Belfast later this year. To get ourselves in gear, and to encourage local engagement and participation, we’re holding a warm-up event – featuring 3 talks (plus Q&A): Máirtín ..read more
Anarchist Studies
1M ago
Some have plenty, others don’t. Shall we leave the redistribution of wealth to government agencies, charity organizations, and the foundations of billionaires? No. We can do that ourselves, no strings attached. Welcome to DIY Solidarity! diysolidarity.org Funding of up to $1,000 for DIY and DIT initiatives/projects. Open for submissions 1 – 31 March 2024 ..read more
Anarchist Studies
2M ago
Is conflict a problem to solve, an awkward fact of life, or even a virtue to uphold? Are particular conflicts ‘good’ or ‘bad’? Is anarchism in conflict with itself? Does peace simply equate to an absence of conflict, or is it an ‘equilibrium’ of conflicting social forces? War, huh? What is it good for? ‘Absolutely ..read more
Anarchist Studies
1y ago
Marking one year since the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Gabor Mascarpone frames an analysis of inter-state war around Simone Weil’s assertion that any such conflict is not ‘an episode in foreign politics’ but ‘a war of the state and the military apparatus against its own people’ (1933). Concentration of power + limited accountability = WAR ..read more
Anarchist Studies
1y ago
It is a noteworthy occasion when the liberal-to-left-leaning Guardian newspaper publishes an opinion that is sympathetic to anarchism (with the semi-regular exception of The Raccoons of the Resistance – and they’re just cartoon strip characters …). A recent example of this occasional anarcho-sympathy was Zoe Williams’ conclusion that ‘anarcho-feminism’ is the best answer to the ..read more
Anarchist Studies
1y ago
As the world hurtles towards an era of artificial intelligence, it is crucial that anarchists critically examine the impact of AI dialogue on our political ideals and values. Will AI systems reinforce existing hierarchies and perpetuate oppressive power dynamics, or can they be harnessed to enhance our efforts towards a free and equitable society? Join ..read more
Anarchist Studies
1y ago
An overview of the history of anarchism in Indonesia, available in both English and Bahasa Indonesia. Co-authored by Gloria Truly Estrelita, Jim Donaghey, Sarah Andrieu and Gabriel Facal, this article discusses the early roots of anarchist movements in the archipelago in the context of anti-colonialism and nationalism in the late 1800s and early 1900s; details ..read more
Anarchist Studies
1y ago
There are plenty of people who are dismissive of punk’s association with anarchism, and even see it as damaging. But for those of us who are bound up in the punk/anarchism interrelationship, it’s clearly the case that anarchism has been revitalised by punk, worldwide. Ask yourself, what would the anarchist movement be like today without ..read more