Trans-inclusive feminism, gender critical feminism: Culture wars in the media
14 February 2024, 10:00 am–12:00 pm
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Join this event to hear Deborah Shaw discuss, from a trans-inclusive point of view, the feminist rift within university culture and the wider impact it has had in the British media landscape.
This event is free.
Event Information
Open to
- All
Availability
- Yes
Cost
- Free
Organiser
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Simon Liu
Location
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TBCUCL Main CampusLondonWC1E 6AE
Professor Deborah Shaw (she/her/hers) examines the way the concepts of debate and free speech have been weaponised in large parts of the British media, and will consider contrasting positions taken by trans-inclusive and trans-exclusionary feminists.
She contrasts the relentless attacks in the right-wing news media on trans women in particular with new and more ethical representation of trans people on streaming platforms (with reference to Sense8, Sex Education, Pose and Heartstopper).
This event will be particularly useful for LGBTQ+ staff, students, visitors and allies, and any/all those interested in trans-inclusive non-LGBTQ+ persons.
Please note this is a hybrid event and can be joined either in-person or online.
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About the Speaker
Professor Deborah Shaw
Film and Screen Studies at University of Portsmouth
More about Professor Deborah Shaw