مرکز منطقه ای اطلاع رسانی علوم و فناوری مطالعات شهر ایرانی-اسلامی 2228-639X 16 61 2026 7 1 Elaboration of the conceptual framework of the theory of gender and space through thematic analysis method تدوین چارچوب مفهومی نظریه جنسیت و فضا در فضاهای شهری از طریق روش تحلیل مضمون 83 116 fa اطهر کدیور دانشگاه آزاد اسلامی واحد قزوین منوچهر طبیبیان دانشگاه تهران حسین کلانتری خلیل آباد جهاددانشگاهی ماندانا یوسفی دانشگاه آزاد اسلامی قزوین 2025 7 31 Conceptualizing the Theory of Gender and Space in Urban Spaces through Thematic Analysis   Athar Kadivar<a href="#_ftn1" name="_ftnref1">*</a> Manuchehr Tabibiyan<a href="#_ftn2" name="_ftnref2">**</a> Hossein Kalantari Khalilabad<a href="#_ftn3" name="_ftnref3">***</a> Mandana Yousefi<a href="#_ftn4" name="_ftnref4">****</a>   Gender and space examines the relationship between gender identity, social roles, and the physical environment, focusing on how gender shapes individuals’ experiences, navigation, and interactions within urban contexts. This study aims to develop a conceptual framework for the theory of gender and space in urban environments. While the objective is applied, the extraction of key characteristics from the literature is fundamental, requiring epistemological clarification and systematic analysis of existing studies. A qualitative approach was employed, using systematic review and thematic analysis with MAXQDA (version 28.13). A total of 167 domestic (1388–1403) and international (2008–2024) sources—articles and books indexed in WOS and Elsevier—were selected through judgmental sampling. All sources included at least two keywords among gender, women, space, urban space, and neighborhoods. The analysis identified 233 sub-components, which were organized into 23 components and 6 dimensions. The most frequently recurring dimensions in prior studies were socio-cultural, good governance, gender-related, physical, spatial, and skill education. These findings provide a structured basis for advancing research on gender and space and support the practical application of these components to improve the quality of urban environments.   Keywords: Gender; Space; Urban Space; Conceptual Framework; Thematic Analysis.   Extended Abstract: Gender and space examines the relationship between gender identity, social roles, and the physical environment, focusing on how gender shapes individuals’ experiences, navigation, and interactions within urban contexts. Human experiences in cities are influenced not only by physical design and architecture but also by deeply embedded social norms related to gender. The intersection of gender and urban space has therefore been constructed and experienced through gendered perspectives. However, the lack of systematic categorization and the persistence of spatial dualities—such as distinctions between male and female bodies and the division of public and private domains—highlight the need for a more structured conceptual understanding. Despite the growing body of research, the field still lacks a comprehensive and operational framework. This study addresses this gap by systematically re-examining existing literature and developing a coherent conceptual framework for gender and space in urban environments. It seeks to answer two key questions: (1) what dimensions, components, and sub-components should define this framework, and (2) how can a systematically organized framework support its practical application? The research adopts a qualitative approach, combining systematic review and thematic analysis using MAXQDA (version 13.28). A total of 167 domestic (1388–1403) and international (2008–2024) sources—including books, theses, reports, and journal articles indexed in WOS and Elsevier—were selected through judgmental sampling. The analysis followed a three-stage process: identification of key concepts, development of the conceptual framework through thematic coding (descriptive, interpretive, and integrative), and validation through a Delphi panel of 12 urban planning experts. After reviewing the content of 167 sources, a total of 233 sub-components were identified, which were compiled into 23 components and 6 new dimensions. The 6 new dimensions compiled include; "socio-cultural", "good governance", "gender", "physical", "spatial" and "skills training" dimensions, which cover the 23 components compiled in the systematic review stage. Also, the 23 components developed include: "gender typology", "gender justice", "biological difference", "spatial diversity", "third place", "lived space (spatial routine)", "contextual conditions", "legibility", "spatial form", "identity", "typification of the structure of society", "active society", "meritocracy", "ideology", "social norms", "pattern of gender mobility in space", "sexual harassment", "right-bearing citizen", "spatial-social inequalities", "urban governance", "urban governance", "decision-makers" and "education and training". The results reveal that, although many studies acknowledge the role of gender in shaping urban spatial structures and usage patterns, few have proposed a comprehensive and systematic conceptual framework. This research reduces conceptual fragmentation by offering an integrated analytical model that clarifies the interrelationships between spatial structures and gendered characteristics. From a practical perspective, the proposed framework can serve as an analytical and operational tool in urban planning, design, and management. It supports the integration of gender-sensitive approaches into policymaking, enables the identification of overlooked dimensions of gendered spatial experience, and facilitates more equitable and evidence-based interventions. Ultimately, it contributes to enhancing spatial justice, urban quality, and social inclusivity. Finally, the study highlights the relative lack of research on the skill education dimension, suggesting that future studies should place greater emphasis on education and capacity-building—both among the public and urban professionals—to advance gender-sensitive urban planning.   Refrence Abdelmoaty, Aya, Saadallah, Dina, Bakr, Ali (2021) Gender Mainstreaming and Women’s Involvement in Urban Planning Strategies,Second Arab Land Conference,22-24 February 2021,Cairo,Egypt. 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Student in Urban Planning, Department of Urban Planning, Qazvin Branch, Faculty of Architecture and Urban Planning, Islamic Azad University, Qazvin, Iran. a.kadivar65@gmail.com http://orcid.org/0009-0001-1502-2638 <a href="#_ftnref2" name="_ftn2">**</a> Corresponding Author: Professor, Department of Urban Planning, Faculty of Urban Planning, Campus of Fine Arts, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran. tabibian@ut.ac.ir <a href="#_ftnref3" name="_ftn3">***</a> Professor, Department of Urban Planning, Institute of Humanities and Social Studies, Jahad Daneshgahi, Tehran, Iran H_kalantari2005@yahoo.com http://orcid.org/0000-0002-5262-8065 <a href="#_ftnref4" name="_ftn4">****</a> Assistant Professor, Department of Architecture, Faculty of Architecture and Urban Planning, Qazvin Branch, Islamic Azad University, Qazvin, Iran mandana.yousefi@iau.ac.ir                         <a href="http://orcid.org/0000-0001-5100-9767">http://orcid.org/0000-0001-5100-9767</a> جنسیت و فضا، موضوعی است که رابطه میان هویت جنسیتی، نقشهای اجتماعی و محیط فیزیکی را که در آن زندگی میکنیم بررسی میکند و در برگیرنده این موضوع است که چگونه جنسیت بر نحوۀ تجربه، جهتیابی و تعامل افراد با فضاها و عرصههای مختلف شهری تأثیر میگذارد. به &zwnj;طور کلی جنسیت و فضا، چگونگی تأثیر جنسیت بر تجربههای افراد را در محیطهای فیزیکی و اجتماعی که با آن مواجه هستند، روشن میکند. مقاله حاضر از نظر هدف ارائه چارچوب مفهومی نظریۀ جنسیت و فضا در فضاهای شهری، کاربردی و از نظر استخراج هر کدام از ویژگی&zwnj;ها از میان منابع، بنیادی است. همچنین ذکر ویژگیهای آن از طریق تشریح معرفتشناسی، بازخوانی و تحلیل مطالعات موجود برای دستیابی به مفاهیم اصلی مرتبط با جنسیت و فضا در فضای شهری، ضروری است. روش مقاله حاضر، کیفی بوده، مبتنی بر تکنیکهای مرور نظاممند و تحلیل مضمون به کمک نرمافزار متنکاوی MAXQDA نسخه 28/13 است. در این راستا محتوای 167 منبع از مقالات و کتب معتبر داخلی بین سالهای 1388 تا 1403 و خارجی بین سالهای 2008 تا 2024 در مجلههای بینالمللی تحت نمایه WOS و الزویر که در عنوان خود حداقل دو کلیدواژه از بین کلیدواژههای (فارسی و انگلیسی) جنسیت، زنان، فضا، فضای شهری و محلات را داشتند، با روش نمونهگیری قضاوتی به&zwnj; عنوان نمونه انتخاب و بررسی شد. در مجموع ۲۳۳ زیرمؤلفه شناسایی شد که در قالب ۲۳ مؤلفه و 6 بعد تدوین گردید. نتایج نشان داد که در میان مفاهیم مرتبط با جنسیت و فضا در فضای شهری، ابعادِ «اجتماعی - فرهنگی»، «حکمروایی خوب»، «جنسیتی»، «کالبدی»، «فضایی» و «آموزش مهارت» به &zwnj;ترتیب بیشترین فراوانی تکرار را در پژوهشهای انجامشده دارند. این نتیجه از منظر کاربردی به ادامه پژوهشهای جنسیت و فضا در فضاهای شهری کمک شایانی مینماید و کاربست این مؤلفهها را در ارتقای کیفیت فضاهای شهری، آسانتر میکند.

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