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Key Insights from the (In)equalities Education Conference
Earlier this month, I was honoured to share space with some amazing thinkers, activists and researchers at Past Lessons, Current Challenges and Future Horizons: (In)equalities in Post-Compulsory Education. This mini-conference focused on the current challenges in post-compulsory education. Drawing on past and ongoing forms of resistance and transformation, it opened the door to reimagine the…
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Embracing Authenticity in Academic Presentations
The author reflects on speaking at various queer and autistic conferences, emphasizing the challenges of conforming to normative presentation styles. They found comfort in familiar environments and shared experiences with attendees. Despite difficulties, they aimed for a conversational approach, valuing personal storytelling and community engagement over traditional presentation norms.
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Connecting Through Queer Academia: Highlights from Three Trans+ Conferences
I’ve been very lucky and honoured to share conference spaces and stages with so many amazing queer and trans academics in the last few months. I wanted to share my experiences of three conferences, the first three of many to come I am sure! Beyond Reflections: Trans+ Conference 15th May, Bournemouth University I was privileged…