At the G+JI, we foster intersectional and interdisciplinary research on gender justice. By engaging faculty and students, we catalyze dialogue and collaboration on critical issues such as gender, sexuality, feminism, antiracism, and social equity.
Learn more about Our InitiativeThe Gender+ Justice Initiative (G+JI) at Georgetown University aims to address the pressing problem of gender inequality, discrimination, and injustice across intersecting identities. Our proposed approach involves fostering a hub for interdisciplinary research, advocacy, and knowledge production while creating an inclusive community for faculty, students and the larger community.
We envision our work as such:
Why the “+”? The “+” in “Gender+ Justice” signifies that while gender is central to our focus, we also address how it intersects with race, class, sexuality, disability, and other markers of identity, which can compound experiences of oppression.
Explore our 2025–2026 Annual Report for a look at our research, programs, partnerships, and impact over the past year.
Read the 2025-26 Annual Report
Our Feminist Voices series highlights scholars, artists, journalists, and advocates advancing critical conversations on gender justice. Watch the first video now!
Watch Rokhaya Diallo’s Story
Hear from some of our Research Fellows on why they applied to the Fellowship, what they learned, and why this work is important.
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Film Screenings, Future Events, G+JI Events
Monday, September 28, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM ET | Location to be shared with registrants only (please check your spam folder for email confirmation) | RSVP…
September 14, 2026
Colloquia, Future Events, G+JI Events
Thursday, October 8, 2026 | Our annual Colloquia serves as a opportunity to bring together faculty and scholars from across Georgetown and neighboring universities to showcase their research on gender+ justice.
July 22, 2026
Book Talks, Future Events, G+JI Events
Thursday, October 29, 2026 | author Nina Sankovitch talks about her book, “Not Your Founding Father.”
July 17, 2026
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Join Us in Celebrating Latine Culture and Hispanic Heritage
National Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, honors the vibrant histories, languages, traditions and values that transcend borders and unite Latine people across the Americas and Caribbean islands. The theme for 2026 is “Unidos, Somos Más” (Together, We Are More).
September 15, 2026
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We celebrate the many contributions women in our faculty, staff and student body make to our university community and society at large, and recognize the broad range of teaching, scholarship and advocacy at Georgetown that advance women’s history and equality.
March 11, 2026
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During the month of February, Georgetown University joins the nation in commemorating Black History Month. This February will also mark the 100th anniversary of observing Black History Month in the United States. We invite you to learn more about Black history and culture at Georgetown and engage in events recognizing Black History Month.
February 3, 2026