EDI Research Showcase at Monash Malaysia

The Gender Studies Team, including Dr Herbary Cheung, Professor Sharon A. Bong, and Dr Joseph N. Goh from the School of Arts and Social Sciences, launched Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Week with a research showcase on diverse genders, sexes, and sexualities. The event, themed 'Omissions and Opportunities', highlighted the sidelining of LGBTIQA+ issues and the potential for fostering recognition and empowerment.

The presentations covered topics such as the lived experiences of sexual minority single mothers in Thailand, the intersection of queerness and religion among Malaysian gay Christians, and the vulnerabilities faced by Malaysian transgender men.

The showcase emphasised the importance of creating an inclusive community within the university and beyond.

Read the full article in Monash Malaysia News

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