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Journal of Feminism and Gender Studies (JFGS)
Published by Universitas Jember
ISSN : -     EISSN : 27758737     DOI : https://doi.org/10.19184/jfgs
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The Journal of Feminism and Gender Studies (JFGS) main objectives are to develop scientific discourse and analysis on issues of gender and feminism. JFGF accommodates articles with both empirical and discursive approaches by providing freedom of scientific development within the framework of feminism and gender perspectives. Articles with empirical and interdisciplinary approaches to the study of feminism and gender are preferable. In keeping with its commitment to distribute and disseminate information on issues of feminism and gender worldwide, as part of the advocacy efforts undertaken by the University of Jember, JFGS provides free and open access to all of his published works. This journal aims to become a forum for dialogue between academics, experts, practitioners, and feminist activists around the world. It also builds and creates new knowledge in favor of justice and equality in a humanitarian framework so that JFGS will later become a platform for discussion and debate as we also accept the plurality of thoughts.
Arjuna Subject : Ilmu Sosial - Stugi Gender
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Unpaid Domestic Labour in Pukhtun Households: Invisibility, Recognition, and Political Subjectivity Israr, Hamza; Bibi, Nayab
Journal of Feminism and Gender Studies Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Journal of Feminism and Gender Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.19184/jfgs.v6i1.53699

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This article examines the invisibility and undervaluation of women’s unpaid domestic labour in Pukhtun households, despite its centrality to family well-being, everyday chores, and wider economic participation. We draw on feminist methodology and political ethnography. The study is based on interviews, time-use diaries, and participant observation in rural Mardan and urban Peshawar. Three themes emerge: the unequal distribution of burden and recognition, where women’s continuous labour is naturalised while men’s intermittent contributions are celebrated; the translation of this invisibility into women’s limited authority in household decision-making; and the intersection of paid domestic work with class and gender hierarchies that reinforce precarity. The analysis shows that time poverty, honour codes, and spatial practices in the home render women’s work indispensable yet politically erased. Small acts of refusal, bargaining, and solidarity reveal constrained but significant political subjectivities. We argue that recognising unpaid domestic labour requires not only legal protections for paid workers and investment in public care infrastructure, but also culturally grounded organising strategies that make invisible labour visible and actionable in Pukhtun contexts.
The “Colong” Marriage Tradition in Osing Society: A Legal-Anthropological Analysis of Islamic Religious Texts and Cultural Practices in Banyuwangi Mubarok, Achmad Sofiyul; Rofiq, Mohammad Ainun; al-Asyari, M Khoirul Hadi
Journal of Feminism and Gender Studies Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Journal of Feminism and Gender Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.19184/jfgs.v6i1.53700

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Colong marriage in the Osing community in Banyuwangi is a unique cultural practice, in which couples marry secretly without the direct consent of the bride's parents. This practice is often considered to violate customary norms and Islamic law, particularly regarding the validity of marriage contracts and the role of marriage guardians. However, this phenomenon persists and remains socially accepted in certain contexts. This study aims to answer the question: How is the practice of colong marriage understood and negotiated by the Osing community within the framework of Islamic law and local traditions? This research fills the research gap in the lack of studies that link this local practice with analysis of classical Islamic religious texts and legal anthropology approaches. The method used is a qualitative study based on literature. Research with a legal anthropology approach. Data were obtained from classical and contemporary Islamic legal literature, ethnographic documents, and previous studies on the Osing community. The theories used are legal pluralism and power relations in legal anthropology. The results of this study indicate that the practice of colong is not merely a form of defiance, but rather a social and cultural strategy to respond to the imbalance of parental authority, social control over women, and the dynamics of interpretation of Islamic law at the local level. This indicates a shift in religious and cultural authority relevant to the discourse of Islamic legal feminism.
The Role of Femtech (Female Technology) in Strengthening Women’s Representation in the Digital Technology Sector Damayanti, Alfina; Sundari, Anisa
Journal of Feminism and Gender Studies Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Journal of Feminism and Gender Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.19184/jfgs.v6i1.53701

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The global technology sector has confronted challenges related to the gender gap, with low representation of women in leadership positions, entrepreneurship, and technology development. This journal article examines how the emergence and growth of Femtech (female technology) catalyze the strengthening of women's representation in the digital technology industry. Femtech is a new term that has rapidly developed as an innovative sector focusing on technological solutions for women's health and wellness imperatives. Through qualitative analysis by collecting data on the impact of Femtech companies in the technology industry, this research explores the role of Femtech in strengthening women's position in the digital technology sector. Femtech has engendered inclusive pathways facilitating women's integration and advancement within the technology sector, with women comprising 80% of Femtech founders in 2022. This research examines the role of Femtech in strengthening women’s representation in the digital technology sector as an entry point that reduces barriers to entry for women in the technology sector. The strategic position of women in the technology industrial sector will enhance their role as decision-maker. Furthermore, Femtech serves as a transformative catalyst that facilitates system reforms to gender biases prevalent in the digital technology sector.
Creating Internet Safe for Women in Indonesia: A Challenge to Gender Equality (A Study of Online Gender-Based Violence concerning Women's Rights from Indonesian Law Perspective) Ramadhani, Evyta Rosiyanti; Rachmawati, Ayudya Rizqi; Kurnikova, Roro Hera
Journal of Feminism and Gender Studies Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Journal of Feminism and Gender Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.19184/jfgs.v6i1.53702

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The advancement of digital technology has transformed the way individuals interact, particularly through the Internet and social media. While these platforms offer women greater opportunities for expression and participation in public life, they have also led to a rise in online gender-based violence (OGBV). In Indonesia, the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated this issue, with a significant increase in cases such as revenge porn and sextortion. Legal instruments such as the Pornography Law and the Information and Electronic Transactions Law (IET Law) often fail to protect victims and, in some cases, contribute to their criminalization. This research investigates the right to be free from violence from the perspective of international human rights law and examines the extent to which Indonesia’s legal framework aligns with these international standards. The study applies a normative legal research, combining statute approach and conseptual approach, to analyze the challenges faced by women in accessing justice when subjected to cyber violence. The research ultimately aims to propose legal and policy recommendations that strengthen the protection of women’s rights in the digital space and advance gender equality in Indonesia. Fulfillment of women's rights to be free from discrimination in the form of OGBV can be achieved by the government's efforts to focus more on addressing the root of this problem, namely by making laws that protect women from violence, especially sexual violence that occurs in the cyberspace and its implementation must be supported by law enforcement officers without any exception.
Women in Peacebuilding: Afghan Women’s Struggles Against Intersectional Oppression during Peace Negotiations Akhmady, Fajarningrum; Rahmawati, Nursabrina; Krisnamukti, Tedy Asjad
Journal of Feminism and Gender Studies Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Journal of Feminism and Gender Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.19184/jfgs.v6i1.53703

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The drastic changes in Afghanistan's social and political structure following the Taliban's takeover of the government in 2021 have resulted in severe oppression of women. The reimplementation of discriminatory policies has created significant challenges for Afghan women in fighting for their rights. This study aims to analyze women's struggles within the context of peace negotiations, not only in the Doha Agreement between the United States and the Taliban; which failed to address women’s rights, but also in the subsequent intra-Afghan negotiations between the Taliban and the Afghan government, where women continued to face structural barriers to meaningful participation. Using a postcolonial feminist approach, this research explores the concept of "double colonization" experienced by Afghan women, where they are caught between Taliban oppression and neglect by the US. The findings reveal that while women actively engage through organizations and activism to participate in the peace process, their voices are often ignored by multiple layers of oppression. Women's participation in intra-Afghan talks remains minimal, and peace agreements do not guarantee the protection of their fundamental rights. This study underlines the importance of women's inclusion in the peace negotiation process to ensure peace for women in the form of fulfillment of rights and security after a peace agreement is reached between the conflicting parties.
Camouflage Marriages and Women’s Vulnerability: A Gender Analysis of Stigmatisation toward LGBTQ+ Communities in Indonesia Astriani, Dini
Journal of Feminism and Gender Studies Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Journal of Feminism and Gender Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.19184/jfgs.v6i1.53704

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Camouflage marriage is a social practice undertaken by some Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ+) individuals in Indonesia as a response to heteronormative pressures and pervasive social stigma. This practice refers to marriage with an opposite-sex partner intended to conceal one’s actual sexual orientation or gender identity. While it may be understood as a survival strategy within a social, cultural, and legal context that remains largely non-inclusive of gender and sexual diversity, camouflage marriage often generates serious problems, particularly for heterosexual spouses who are unaware of their partner’s true identity. This article examines camouflage marriage as a social phenomenon that perpetuates gender inequality and produces new forms of vulnerability for women. Drawing on feminist theory and queer theory, and employing a qualitative approach based on literature review, media narratives, and case reports, the analysis focuses on power relations, social norms, and the emotional implications arising from the practice of camouflage marriage. The findings indicate that stigma against LGBTQ+ individuals not only causes suffering for LGBTQ+ persons themselves but also entraps heterosexual women in manipulative and unequal relationships. Women involved in camouflage marriages experience structural inequality and symbolic violence, resulting in emotional trauma due to relationships formed without full and informed consent. This article underscores the urgent need for more inclusive policies regarding gender diversity and for legal protections that prioritize victims, in order to prevent manipulative and harmful marital practices. Ultimately, the article argues that the protection of women must encompass an understanding of complex power relations shaped by sexual orientation, social stigma, and gender inequality.
Negotiating Cultural Identity, Hybridization, and Power Dynamics: A Study of Indian Song Cover Videos by Indonesian Singers Rozi, Romdhi Fatkhur; Longani, Kirti Dang
Journal of Feminism and Gender Studies Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Journal of Feminism and Gender Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.19184/jfgs.v6i1.53705

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This study examines the phenomenon of Indian song cover videos produced by Indonesian women on the YouTube platform. It employs a qualitative approach using content analysis of popular cover videos and in-depth interviews with several cover singers as research subjects. The aim is to explore how this performance practice becomes an arena for the negotiation of cultural identity, hybridization, and power dynamics in the era of globalization. By utilizing the theoretical frameworks of hybridization by scholars like Homi Bhabha, Canclini and Pieterse also power-knowledge by Michel Foucault, this research finds the efforts of cover singers to adopt elements of Indian culture, such as singing style, choreography, costumes, and cinematography. The findings indicate that the mimicry practice performed by the cover singers is never entirely perfect. This process instead creates a space for hybridization where Indian and Indonesian cultural elements interact, resulting in a unique form of cultural expression. Furthermore, a Foucauldian analysis reveals that this phenomenon is not merely an act of appreciation but a manifestation of cultural power dynamics that operate subtly. This power works through aesthetic and performance norms disseminated by the popularity of Bollywood, which are then voluntarily self-disciplined and reproduced by the cover singers. Thus, this study argues that Indian song cover videos serve as evidence of how modern cultural identity is formed through a complex interaction of imitation, adaptation, and negotiation.
Film as Medium for Struggling (Social Activism of Indonesian Women Film Producers in Post-Reformation Era) Dzulfikar, Daris; Indrajayani, Galuh Gita
Journal of Feminism and Gender Studies Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Journal of Feminism and Gender Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.19184/jfgs.v6i1.53706

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This study analyzes the role of women film producers in Indonesia post-reformation in utilizing film as a medium for social activism, both directly and indirectly. This study examines how Indonesian women film producers create social impact by producing films that address social, educational, and human rights issues, using the impact dimension theory popularized by Diana Barrett and Sheila Leddy. Through a qualitative approach with literature review methods, this research identifies narrative strategies, themes from the films they explore, and the potential impact of their works on driving social change. This research provides a new perspective on the role of women producers in constructing narratives and influencing the impact of their films. The results reveal that films play several important roles: through compelling stories, films can touch emotions; awareness to raise information and stimulate discussion; dimensions engagement to create real interaction from the audience; then the stronger movement which inspires new institutional practices; and ultimately occurs social change, to encouraging tangible action. This is all due to the role of women producers, who are not only have function in technical and financial, but also artistic and social activists who bring new perspectives, promote inclusivity, and empower communities.
Institutional Injustice and Authorial Critique in Kathryn Stockett's The Help Jourdan Eden Nico; Erna Cahyawati; Imam Basuki; Ghanesya Hari Murti
Journal of Feminism and Gender Studies Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025): Journal of Feminism and Gender Studies
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This research aims to analyze how Kathryn Stockett's The Help represents systemic racism and author's critical position towards the racial injustice issue within the novel. This research applies two theories: the representation by Stuart Hall and the theory of systemic racism by Joe. R. Feagin. This research applies a qualitative method with a narrative text analysis approach. The results of this study show that systemic racism plays a role in the level of labor exploitation, economic discrimination, social inequality, and oppressive social norms. Thus, the author's position also shows an effort to criticize the unjust system. However, she notes there are still some limitations since white characters are still central to hold primary control. This study concludes that literary works can function as a medium to voice social criticism of racism, while reflecting the complexity of the author's position in shaping representations of racial injustice.
Konsep Hifz an-Nafs dalam Perlindungan Anak Korban Kekerasan Seksual: Studi Komparatif Hukum Islam dan Hukum Positif Indonesia Novita Putri Mardiana; Imron Choeri; Amrina Rosyada
Journal of Feminism and Gender Studies Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025): Journal of Feminism and Gender Studies
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This study explores the concept of Hifz an-Nafs (protection of life) in Islamic law and its relevance to the legal protection of children who are victims of sexual violence in Indonesia. Utilizing a qualitative-descriptive approach, the research compares Islamic legal norms with national legal frameworks, especially Law No. 35 of 2014 on Child Protection and Law No. 12 of 2022 on Sexual Violence Crimes. The findings indicate that although Hifz an-Nafs offers a holistic and moral-spiritual foundation for protecting the dignity and safety of children, its application in practice remains largely symbolic. In contrast, the implementation of national law, while structurally adequate, still suffers from exclusivity and access inequality. The study also identifies how social and ideological boundaries—such as religious conservatism, family honor, and community stigma—hinder victims’ access to justice and reinforce protection for perpetrators. These boundaries contribute to the fragmentation of communal protection mechanisms, weakening both legal enforcement and moral solidarity. This research emphasizes the need for an integrative model that combines Islamic ethical principles with the inclusiveness of modern legal systems to achieve effective and compassionate protection for children.

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