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Friday, September 29, 2023

Orange Shirt Day 2023

CW: The following message mentions violence against Indigenous peoples and communities. Please see a list of resources available in Ottawa for Indigenous folks. Orange Shirt Day is tomorrow, Saturday, June 30, 2023, which is also known as National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The Feminist Institute of Social Transformation (FIST) stands in... More

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 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 Black-identifying persons who commonly also identify as 2SLGBTQ+. The virtual experience will... More

Monday, July 24, 2023

Prof. 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 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.... 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 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... More

Tuesday, July 18, 2023

Prof. Megan Rivers-Moore Interviewed for Podcast in Costa Rica

How's your Spanish? Megan Rivers-Moore was interviewed for a podcast by the Institute for Social Research at the University of Costa Rica. She discussed her research on sex tourism in Costa Rica and the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on sex workers across Latin America and the Caribbean. Listen here:... More

Friday, June 30, 2023

Statement: Violent Attack at Waterloo University

CW: the following text mentions violence against marginalized individuals. Please find the resources below. We, the Feminist Institute of Social Transformation, condemn in the strongest terms the recent gender-based violent attack that took place within a gender studies classroom at the University of Waterloo on June 28, 2023. We stand in... More

Tuesday, June 20, 2023

Dear FIST Graduates of 2022/23

Dear FIST Graduates of 2022/23, On behalf of the Feminist Institute of Social Transformation, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all of you on your remarkable achievements. This is a momentous occasion that marks the culmination of years of hard work, dedication, and perseverance in your pursuit of knowledge and personal growth. I am... More

Tuesday, June 6, 2023

Pride Month 2023!

Pride Month is an opportunity to honor the achievements and contributions of 2SLGBTQI activists who have paved the way in the community. It is also a time to reflect on the struggles that persist and to recommit ourselves to the pursuit of justice.   During this Pride Month, we celebrate the beauty, resilience, and diverse... More

Monday, April 17, 2023

Dr. Hari and Dr. Nardon Discuss Immigration, Integration and the Economy

Dr. Amrita Hari (FIST Director and Associate Professor) and Dr. Luciara Nardon (Co-Director of the Centre for Research on Inclusion at Work and Professor at Sprott School of Business), discuss the Canadian labour shortage in a recent interview and article. They shared their research on the complexities and barriers that contribute to the shortage... More

Monday, April 3, 2023

Tune in to The Talking Raven to hear Dr. Gentile discuss FASS’ role in social issues

Patrizia Gentile, Associate Director of the Institute of Interdisciplinary Studies and Graduate Advisor at the Feminist Institute of Social Transformation, recorded a thought provoking podcast with The Talking Raven. On the episode, "Meet Our Faculties: Arts and Social Sciences Edition", the host and Dr. Gentile explore the possibilities that... More

Monday, March 27, 2023

Prof. Patrizia Gentile writes on the Criminalization of Queer Communities in Canada

Patrizia Gentile, Professor and Graduate Advisor with the Feminist Institute of Social Transformation, has published an article in The Conversation titled "Sex workers are left out in the cold by Ottawa’s unjust conviction amendments." This article is co-written with Steven Maynard, Gary Kinsman, and Tom Hooper, and explores the recent intention... More

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