by christasathish | Feb 9, 2025 | #EveryLittleActionCounts Campaign, Research Blog
#EveryLittleActionCounts Week 42: Creating Safe Spaces Creating safe spaces in academia is essential for fostering trust, openness, and a sense of belonging among colleagues and students. Safe spaces encourage individuals to share their experiences, ideas, and...
by christasathish | Feb 5, 2025 | #FeministAcademia, Research Blog
In the Academic Zoo, the zookeepers controlled everything – the feeding schedules, the cages, and who moved between enclosures. A young elephant noticed the same animals were always chosen for the best habitats and enjoyed upgraded enclosures. “Why don’t you give...
by christasathish | Feb 3, 2025 | #EveryLittleActionCounts Campaign, Research Blog
#EveryLittleActionCounts Week 41: Supporting Intersectionality Supporting intersectionality in academia means recognising and addressing the overlapping identities and systemic inequalities that shape individuals’ experiences. By embracing intersectional practices, we...
by christasathish | Jan 28, 2025 | #FeministAcademia, Research Blog
In the Academic Zoo, the animals lived in enclosures ranked by importance. The lions were at the top, their spacious lairs were filled with the warmth of sunlight. They enjoyed the comfort and the landscape and the feeling of superiority. The hardworking beavers...
by christasathish | Jan 27, 2025 | #EveryLittleActionCounts Campaign, Research Blog
#EveryLittleActionCounts Week 40: Use Inclusive Language Inclusive language is a powerful tool for fostering belonging and respect in academic settings. By choosing words that are respectful and representative of all identities, we can create an environment where...
