Dismantling Misogyny: Examining the Intersection of Gender, Violence, and Social Systems

RESOLVing Violence

In this episode of Resolving Violence, we are joined by Rachel Loewen Walker, an assistant professor and program chair of the Women's and Gender Studies in the department of Political Studies at the University of Saskatchewan. Together, we explore her recently published paper titled "Call It Misogyny."
Throughout our conversation, Rachel provides profound insights into the significance of accurately naming misogyny and its profound impact on both daily life and society at large. She explains how gender-based discrimination transcends mere antipathy towards women, shedding light on its role in regulating expressions of femininity and its intersectionality with other societal structures.
Rachel also shares candidly about the meticulous process of crafting the paper, including the challenges encountered and the ideas that were reconsidered. You're sure to gain a valuable perspective on misogyny's complexities and the potential for more effective action in combating violence by recognizing and addressing it directly.
Tune in to this enlightening conversation to discover how understanding and openly discussing misogyny can catalyze meaningful change in tackling this pervasive issue head-on!

Learn More About Our Guest:
Rachel Loewen Walker is an assistant professor and program chair of the Women's and Gender Studies in the department of Political Studies at the University of Saskatchewan. Rachel is also the project director of the Social Innovation Lab on Gender and Sexuality, and is a seasoned community leader and scholar, known locally and nationally for her work and support of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. She has been involved in policy development, human rights advocacy, and has experience in nonprofit governance and leadership, having served as the executive director of OUT Saskatoon from 2013 to 2020. Her research focuses on queer theory and gender studies, social justice and social movements, temporality, human rights, and community-led research. Her paper titled "Call It Misogyny," explores the importance and power of accurately identifying misogyny for what it is.
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