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.
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Celebrating Women’s History Month
Georgetown University joins the nation in commemorating Women’s History Month this March, Black Women Appreciation Day on March 1, and International Women’s Day on March 8. We celebrate the many contributions of our women students, faculty and staff to our university community and society at large. Throughout the month of March, we invite you to learn more about women’s history at Georgetown and engage in events and opportunities across campus and in Washington, DC.
March 22, 2024
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Black History Month 2024 at GU
During the month of February, Georgetown University joins the nation in commemorating Black History Month. We invite you to learn more about Black history and culture at Georgetown and engage in events recognizing Black History Month.
February 1, 2024
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Georgetown’s First VP for Interdisciplinary Initiatives To Promote Collaboration for the Common Good
Georgetown has appointed Soyica Colbert, former interim dean of the Georgetown College of Arts & Sciences and Idol Family Professor of Performing Arts and African American Studies, to be vice president for interdisciplinary initiatives reporting to the provost.
January 24, 2023
Event Announcements, G+JI Events
From Epistemic Peerhood to Community Engagement
Monday, September 23 | 12 PM – 1 PM | St. Mary’s Hall Room 415 and via Zoom. Join this Lecture featuring Dr. Ryan M. Combs, Associate Professor at the University of Louisville, whose research focuses on health policies impacting marginalized communities, including African American and LGBTQ+ populations.
September 11, 2024
G+JI Events
Friday October 4, 2024 – 12:00 PM – 5:30 PM – In-Person Event. Our annual Colloquia are opportunities to bring together faculty and scholars from across Georgetown and neighboring universities to showcase their research on gender+ justice. Presentations engage topics from varied perspectives and methodologies. The Colloquium features three panels that consist of 8-10 min presentations and discussions.
August 8, 2024
Event Announcements, G+JI Events, Lectures
Monday, April 22, 2024 | 6 PM, In-Person Event | Join us for a screening of Saint Omer and discussion with the director, Alice Diop. Moderated by Rokhaya Diallo and Leonard Cortana.
April 16, 2024
