Critical Security Studies

Critical Security Studies is an approach within the field of security studies that challenges traditional views of security, which often focus on military threats and state-centered perspectives. Instead, it emphasizes the importance of broader factors such as human rights, environmental issues, and economic inequalities. This perspective examines how power dynamics shape our understanding of security and highlights the experiences of marginalized groups. Critical Security Studies encourages a more inclusive and holistic view, advocating for security that prioritizes human welfare and social justice over mere military strength.