SDG 5: How does lived experience impact research focus?

Intersectionality is a term used to describe the connections between social groups, such as race, gender, class, disability, and sexuality, and the systemic disadvantages felt by each. Discrimination is rife for many communities, and often membership of more than one social minority group can result in compounded and nuanced issues. The intersectionality subgroup is a part of the SDG5 working group, which organises events and campaigns focused on achieving gender equality for all. It can often be difficult to separate gender from other social values, which is what the Intersectionality subgroup hopes to explore.

This panel discussion brings together a diverse selection of researchers from varying backgrounds, but all with experience researching social issues. We will discuss and dissect whether their decision to research these topics has been at all influenced by personal experiences of discrimination, and reflect upon how their work has caused their perceptions of themselves and their communities to evolve. Whilst there will not be time to take questions during the session, we invite you to ask questions following the session here on the event webpage, and will endeavour to provide an answer as soon as possible. If your question is aimed at a specific speaker, please do mention their name with your suggestion.