The African Journal of Gender and Religion (AJGR) grew and developed from The Journal of Constructive Theology, founded in the early 2000’s at the University of KwaZulu Natal (UKZN) to publish research related to gender and theology. The journal moved from UKZN in 2017 and is now housed at the Desmond Tutu Centre for Religion and Social Justice at the University of the Western Cape, and publishes research on diverse religious and cultural traditions including, and beyond Christian theology. The AJGR is an accredited publication of the South African Department of Higher Education and Training.
Since 2004, the Journal has published research papers, which are relevant to gender, religion, and theology in Africa. The editorial committee considers for publication submissions of a scholarly standard from any of the social science and theological disciplines or related fields of inquiry, which provide useful perspectives at the intersections of gender, religion, and theology in Africa. Particular areas of interest include the gendered analysis of religion; theology and the study of religion; innovations in contextual theological education; theological and ethical reflection on social transformation; the significance of new religious movements and African-initiated forms of religion; the role of women in religion and society; interfaith dialogue; peace-making and reconciliation; normative and non-normative sexualities; and queer politics.
We are an African journal and seek to encourage authors to reflect on Africa as context, concept, and theory. Yet, we are equally welcoming of international contributions engaging with a variety of social and geographic contexts.
The AJGR seeks to promote dialogue and response, not only within the academic community in Africa and beyond, but also with faith practitioners working “on the ground” to build a more just society in the region. These may include religious leaders, clergy, other religious officials, professionals, and laity across broad social spectrums who seek to read their faith against the critical issues confronting society today.