Abstract. Democracy and gender equality are increasingly contested in European parliamentary contexts, with the rise of political parties and movements that oppose feminist politics and the rights of women, LGBTI* and racialised people. Existing literature exploring far-right and anti-gender actors in institutional settings has focused on their discourse and impact on parliamentary politics and governments. Yet, limited attention has been paid to the feminist responses articulated in parliamentary contexts that face active opposition to gender and LGBTI* equality.

Abstract. Understanding the problems that current anti-gender actors pose for democracy in Europe demands investigating the broader legacies that underpin liberal democracies and shape political, economic and social inequalities and exclusions. Capitalist, colonial, and fascist legacies, in different ways, are built into current democratic systems and thus, prepare the ground for political projects of anti-gender actors.

Abstract. The rise of anti-gender and far-right actors threatens feminist, anti-racist and LGBTQIA+ politics. While responses to these forces are being researched, the affective dynamics of parliamentary resistance remain underexplored. This article examines how affect shapes feminist resilience to anti-gender politics in Spain’s National Parliament, foregrounding the affective dynamics of parliamentary debates, which are especially relevant to understand because anti-gender actors weaponise emotions against feminism.

Abstract. The unconditional support of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to Israel following the Hamas-led attacks on October 7 2023, and Israel’s ensuing genocidal aggression on Palestine, contrasts with the support she gave to Ukraine following the 2022 Russian intervention. Drawing on a decolonial feminist perspective, guided by the work of Palestinian feminists, the article develops a discourse analysis of von der Leyen’s speeches on Russia’s intervention in Ukraine and Israel’s genocidal aggression against Palestine.

Abstract. Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) refers to a suite of technologies that can play an important role to decarbonise the energy and industry sectors. However, it is often argued that CCUS faces social acceptance issues. After more than 20 years of extensive research on this topic, this article provides a systematic literature review to assess the level of social acceptance of CCUS and analyse the role and importance of existing drivers and barriers for this acceptance.

Abstract. Despite gains in women’s political representation, many studies continue to identify structural and attitudinal barriers that contribute to their persistent under-representation in elected office. One commonly cited explanation is a baseline reluctance among some voters to support female candidates. However, research on gender affinity suggests a more complex picture: voters often prefer candidates who resemble themselves, and especially women are more likely to support women.