Feminist Institute of Social Transformation

Feminist Institute of Social Transformation: Director's Note

A warm welcome to the 2023-24 academic year for our new and returning undergraduate and graduate students, colleagues, and friends. Despite the continuing unusual and uncertain circumstances, it is important to acknowledge our successes and share in the excitement of our upcoming events.

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News

Tuesday, September 12, 2023

TA Blog: Representation and Participatory Teaching: the Medium is the Message

By Kawther Ramadan, Teaching Assistant, Feminist Institute of Social Transformation Imagine a classroom where every student feels seen, heard, and valued – a place where diversity is not... More

By Kawther Ramadan, Teaching Assistant, Feminist Institute of Social Transformation Imagine a classroom where every student feels seen, heard, and valued – a place where diversity is not just respected but celebrated. Representation and diversity in classrooms form the cornerstone of creating an inclusive and welcoming educational environment.... More

Friday, August 25, 2023

Welcome Dr. Michele Lewis!

We will be hosting scholar Dr. Michele Lewis, professor and psychologist visiting from Winston-Salem State University, NC, USA, and a 2023-2024 Fulbright Distinguished Chair, Arts and Social Sciences. Dr. Lewis will pursue a research project centering... More

Monday, July 24, 2023

Manjeet Birk’s New Publication in Journal of Critical Race Inquiry

We are delighted to announce the publication of an article in the Journal of Critical Race Inquiry (JCRI) by Manjeet Birk. Titled "Critical Race Composite Counter Storytelling as... More

We are delighted to announce the publication of an article in the Journal of Critical Race Inquiry (JCRI) by Manjeet Birk. Titled "Critical Race Composite Counter Storytelling as Appropriate Methodology to ‘Wrestle the White Beast’," this exceptional piece promises to be a captivating addition to the JCRI's repository of cutting-edge research. In this... More

Friday, July 21, 2023

Photo Exhibit: Stigmatized (M)Others: Navigating Stigma, Sex Work and Mothering in Canada

"This exhibit features self-captured images from 14 sex workers across Canada, showcasing their daily lives navigating sex work, stigma and... More

"This exhibit features self-captured images from 14 sex workers across Canada, showcasing their daily lives navigating sex work, stigma and motherhood. These images aim to provide visual insight to broader audiences of the daily practices, routines and obstacles that these womxn face, and further, demystify cultural images and stereotypes that reproduce... More