The Politics of Disablement Summer School brings together scholars from various fields in the humanities and social sciences interested in thinking about the intersection of disability studies and politics.
The summer school will provide a platform for scholars, researchers and practitioners to engage in interdisciplinary discussions, share their research and exchange ideas on the politics of disablement. The event aims to explore the diverse ways in which disability is understood and experienced within different social, cultural and political contexts.
The summer school is organized around two tracks: disability and social justice, and capacity and representation. Each track will have a distinct focus, and participants are invited to submit ideas for papers and workshops related to these themes. The disability and social justice track will explore the intersection between disability and social inequalities, examining the ways in which disability relates to different forms of discrimination, marginalization and social (in)justices. We also welcome exploring the social and cultural constructions of disability as they relate to embodiment, and identity. The capacity and representation track will explore the ways in which disability is represented in popular culture, media and literature, the impact of these representations on the lives of disabled people, and their political implications and consequences.
The summer school will offer participants the opportunity to engage with other scholars in the field of disability studies, and to share their own research with a wider audience. In addition to paper presentations and workshops by the participants, this edition of the summer school will also include a keynote lecture, panel discussions and social events, with the aim of creating a vibrant and stimulating environment to think through the relationship between disability and the political.
The Politics of Disablement Summer School is open to researchers, practitioners and students from a range of disciplines, including those who work in fields like sociology, anthropology, cultural studies, literature, philosophy, political science, and social work. It is particularly relevant for those interested in disability studies, social justice, human rights, and diversity and inclusion.
With the Politics of Disablement summer school, we seek to offer an exciting opportunity for scholars and practitioners with different levels of experience and background to engage in critical discussions and debates on disability and politics, drawing on the insights and perspectives of multiple disciplines. By bringing together a diverse range of scholars, the summer school aims to contribute to the ongoing conversation about the politics of disablement, and to inspire new ways of thinking about disability and social justice.
The summer school takes place during three days, starting in the afternoon of the first day and max six hours in the following days.
The course fee of € 175 applies to all participants who attend the course at the venue.
A discount of € 40 applies to master students, PhD students and participants attending the course online. The discount can be requested in the motivation letter and will be administrated when accepted to the course.
ONLINE participation:
The housing costs do not include a Utrecht Summer School sleeping bag. This is a separate product on the invoice. If you wish to bring your own bedding, please deselect or remove the sleeping bag from your order.
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