In our contemporary world, understanding gender is not just a matter of academic pursuit but a crucial tool for dismantling oppressive structures. The seminar offers a brief introduction to research in Gender Studies, aiming to unravel its complexities, harness its liberatory potential, and navigate the pitfalls that inadvertently reinforce hegemonic systems.
This seminar serves as a dynamic space where participants embark on a journey to explore the multifaceted dimensions of gender. We will delve into theoretical frameworks and practical applications that challenge the status quo of the Cis-Hetero-Patriarchy. By fostering an inclusive and experimental environment, we encourage participants to critically engage with diverse perspectives and push the boundaries of conventional knowledge.
By the end of the seminar, participants will emerge with a deeper understanding of gender as a site of power and resistance. Armed with critical insights and practical tools, they will be equipped to embark on their own master’s journeys, contributing to the ongoing struggle for gender justice and liberation.
Depending on need and interest we will engage with questions such as:
1. What do we stand to gain by adopting a more expansive approach to Trans* and Queer beyond identity categories?
2. To what extent does gender and sexuality unfold differently in the non-West?
3. What can we learn from other liberatory struggles and disciplines such as Crip Theory, Indigenous Studies, Decolonial approaches or Feminist Political Economy?
4. How does queer/trans*/feminist world-making look like?
- Kursverantwortliche/r: Gabs Dumfahrt Perez