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Methods of Unsilencing: Dismantling Discrimination and Exclusionary Practices in Academia

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In academic spaces, silencing is more than just the absence of speech—it is a form of isolation, dismissal, and exclusion. Those who experience discrimination often find themselves navigating systems designed to discourage them from speaking out, seeking support, or advocating for change. Silencing can be both explicit and systemic: it manifests through direct dismissal, institutional gaslighting, exclusion…

Upcoming Event: Methods of Unsilencing – Dismantling Discrimination and Exclusionary Practices in Academia

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Join the discussion 📅 Date: 19 March 2025🕓 Time: 16:00–17:30 CET📍 Venue: Online via Zoom 🎙 Guest Speaker: Dominique Bauer (Visiting Researcher, Institute of Asian and Oriental Studies, University of Zurich) Academic spaces continue to be shaped by exclusionary structures, where discrimination and systemic silencing make it difficult for individuals to speak out, seek support, or advocate for change.…

Avoiding the Overwhelm: Setting Boundaries and Defining Responsibilities in Academia

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Entering academia often feels like entering a maze of opportunities, responsibilities, and endless requests for your time. For many early-career researchers, what starts as enthusiasm can quickly spiral into overwhelm—teaching, administrative tasks, research assistance, and conference planning—all while your thesis sits neglected. Sound familiar? This post will help you recognize time traps—and the exploitative structures or…