- The first session of IFT’s EDI training series: “Intersectionality: Reflections on Identity, Privilege, and Positioning in Academia” by Shannah Khan, Director of Intersect Madrid, will take place on November 25th at 3:30 p.m.
The first session of IFT’s EDI training series will take place on November 25th, a data that also marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, making our collective reflection especially timely.
This seminar offers a space for reflection and dialogue to explorehow our personal identities, experiences, and social positions influence the way we participate in academic contexts. Through participatory activities, it seeks to foster a deeper understanding of intersectionality and the role that privilege and position play in our interactions and perspectives within academia.
The participation of all IFT personnel is warmly encouraged; these trainings are very important and meaningful. A certificate of attendance, which can be valuable for a variety of academic and professional applications, can be provided upon request.
A coffee break will follow the seminar, providing space for informal conversation and further reflection.
Speaker: Shannah Khan. Director of Intersect Madrid
Venue & Time: IFT, Blue Room / 3:30 PM
Poster: download the poster of the event here.
Shanah Khan
(she/her/Ella)
She has been part of Intersect Madrid since 2019, first as a team member then later as Director. As a trainer, workshop facilitator, and consultant, she has focused on anti-racist and inclusive practice implementation addressing the gap in learning and resources. She is Scottish-Pakistani and have a MA in International Relations and specialize in intersectionality, anti-racist studies, and feminism.
Source: Intersect Madrid