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Charlie CrimstonView profile

Lecturer

• Moral Psychology
• Social Identity
• Gender Studies
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Charlie Crimston is a Lecturer in the School of Medicine and Psychology at the Australian National University (ANU). His research focuses on morality, political polarization, social identity, and the well-being of marginalized groups such as transgender individuals. He explores how perceived polarization influences societal conflict and the mechanisms of moral expansion, particularly in contexts like gender-affirming healthcare access. Crimston holds an honorary research fellowship at the University of Queensland and contributes to interdisciplinary initiatives at ANU’s Institute for Climate, Energy & Disaster Solutions, addressing topics like climate change policy and disaster resilience. His work bridges psychological theory with real-world issues, emphasizing the role of social identity in shaping collective actions and responses to global challenges like pandemics and environmental crises. Key areas of interest include global citizenship, moral boundaries, and the psychological impacts of colonialism on national identity debates. Education: PhD in Psychological Science (ANU), Honours in Psychological Science. Affiliations: ANU College of Science, Institute for Climate, Energy & Disaster Solutions, and the University of Queensland (Honorary Fellow). Research interests extend to the interplay of compassion fears and moral exclusion, as well as the cultural and societal factors influencing moral expansiveness across 36 countries. His grants include a 2025 project evaluating psychological wellbeing in slaughterhouse workers. Crimston’s publications span journals like Political Psychology , Group Processes & Intergroup Relations , and Appetite , with a focus on translating academic findings into public policy and community outreach.

• Transgender Health
• LGBTQ+ Aging
• Gender Identity Development
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Walter Bockting, PhD, LP is Professor of Medical Psychology in Psychiatry and Nursing at Columbia University, holding joint appointments at the Columbia University School of Nursing and New York State Psychiatric Institute (NYSPI). He serves as Co-Director of the Division of Gender, Sexuality, and Health at NYSPI/Columbia Psychiatry, Director of the Columbia Gender Identity Program, and Director of the Program for the Study of LGBT Health. His work integrates clinical practice, research, education, and policy development to advance LGBTQI+ health. NewYork-Presbyterian / Columbia University Irving Medical Center CUIMC/Herbert Pardes Building of the New York State Psychiatric Institute CUIMC/Neurological Institute of New York Dr. Bockting's research spans identity development across the lifespan with specialized focus on transgender health, LGBTQ+ aging, and gender-affirming healthcare. His approach combines quantitative and qualitative methods with innovative use of information technology. Current work emphasizes transdisciplinary collaboration in cognitive aging, behavioral cardiovascular health, psychoendocrinology, and neuroscience to understand psychosocial-biological interactions in identity development and resilience. His NIH-funded research portfolio includes three major longitudinal studies: Project AFFIRM (transgender identity development across lifespan), Convoy Q (social networks in cognitive aging of LGBTQ+ adults), and quality-of-life research following gender-affirming surgery. Analysis of his recent publications reveals strong emphasis on intersectional minority stress, Latinx transgender experiences, workplace discrimination, and biobehavioral health disparities. Distinguished Sexual and Gender Health Revolutionary (2020) Faculty Research Fellow, Columbia Aging Center (2015) University Innovations Award, University of Minnesota (2011) Best Documentary Short Film for 'Coming Out Trans' (2008) Fellow, Society for Scientific Study of Sexuality (2006) Helping Professional of the Year, City of Lakes Crossgender Community (1996) As Principal Investigator of multiple NIH-funded studies, Dr. Bockting directs research teams investigating transgender identity development, cognitive aging in LGBTQ+ populations, and post-surgical quality of life. His leadership extends to editorial roles for six academic volumes and over 100 peer-reviewed publications. He previously served as President of the World Professional Association for Transgender Health and the Society for Scientific Study of Sexuality, contributing to the landmark IOM Report on LGBT Health. His clinical work at Columbia focuses on integrating research with patient care through the Columbia Gender Identity Program.

• Organizational Behavior
• Gender Studies
• Social Issues in Management
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Hayden DuBois is a Lecturer in the Department of Management at Bentley University. His research focuses on social issues in organizational behavior, particularly addressing gender inclusion and policy impacts on workplace dynamics. He can be contacted at Morison Hall - 149E or via email at hdubois@bentley.edu. Dr. DuBois’s current work examines the intersection of gender ideology and organizational policies, with a forthcoming publication analyzing the effects of the Trump Administration’s policies on transgender and nonbinary individuals in corporate environments. This research aligns with broader interests in diversity, equity, and social justice within managerial contexts. His scholarly contributions are centered on Management and Gender Studies , emphasizing subfields like Transgender rights Organizational behavior Policy analysis Social justice .

Elana RedfieldView profile

Research Fellow

• Transgender Rights
• LGBTQ+ Policy
• Public Policy
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Elana Redfield serves as the Arnold D. Kassoy Scholar of Law and Federal Policy Director at the Williams Institute, University of California, Los Angeles School of Law. In this capacity, she coordinates comprehensive legal research and policy analysis on federal and state regulations impacting lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, and intersex (LGBTQI) communities, with particular focus on transgender and nonbinary populations. Her educational foundation includes a Juris Doctor from CUNY School of Law (2008) and a bachelor's degree from New York University (2003). Prior professional experience encompasses leadership roles at the New York City Department of Social Services, where she directed safety net service improvements for LGBTQI communities, and the Sylvia Rivera Law Project, providing direct legal representation for low-income transgender people of color. Redfield's research expertise centers on transgender rights, LGBTQ+ public policy, and discrimination law, with significant contributions in immigration law, social services systems, and the intersection of race and gender identity. Her work consistently addresses real-world policy impacts through community-centered methodologies, examining critical issues including gender-affirming care access, sports participation bans, economic security for LGBTQ+ youth, and immigration challenges. Analysis of her extensive publication record reveals dominant trends in evaluating anti-transgender legislation impacts, documenting transgender immigrant experiences, and addressing socioeconomic disparities through policy interventions. Her research combines rigorous legal analysis with community-based survey data to produce actionable recommendations for policymakers and service providers. Professional contributions extend beyond publications to direct policy engagement, including amicus briefs for landmark cases like United States v. Skrmetti and public comments submitted to federal agencies on regulatory matters affecting LGBTQI populations. Her work demonstrates consistent collaboration with community organizations to translate research into tangible policy changes.

Brad SearsView profile

Research Professor

• COVID-19 Criminalization
• Discrimination & Violence
• Economics & Poverty
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Brad Sears is a Distinguished Senior Scholar at the Williams Institute and Associate Dean of Public Interest Law at UCLA Law. He specializes in legal and policy research on discrimination against LGBT people, HIV/AIDS, and marginalized communities. Education: Yale College, Harvard Law School His research spans LGBTQ rights , economic disparities , public health policy , and legal enforcement of HIV criminalization laws. He has testified before Congress and state legislatures, influencing national discourse on equity. Recent publications analyze trends in workplace discrimination , marriage equality , HIV criminalization , and policy impacts on vulnerable populations. Awards include the Co-Presidents Award (2019) and Earl Warren Award (2018). He advocates for systemic reforms through legislative drafting, amicus briefs, and media commentary, focusing on subnational policies and federal protections.

• Sociology
• Gender Studies
• Race and Ethnicity
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Guadalupe Marquez-Velarde serves as an Assistant Professor within the School of Social Sciences at Utah State University. Her academic appointment focuses on critical sociological analysis of marginalized populations, with particular emphasis on gender identity, racial health disparities, and systemic discrimination. Her research program centers on: Transgender health and workplace discrimination Racial disparities among Black immigrant populations Mental health impacts of family support systems Structural barriers in immigration detention Intersectional vulnerability during public health crises Analysis of her 2023-2025 publications reveals a cohesive research trajectory examining how systemic oppression manifests across healthcare, employment, and carceral systems. Her work consistently employs intersectional frameworks to document health disparities among transgender individuals and Black immigrants, with recurring themes of discrimination's psychological toll and protective effects of social support. Methodologically, she combines quantitative survey analysis with critical qualitative approaches. Dr. Marquez-Velarde's scholarship demonstrates significant contributions to understanding how race, gender identity, and immigration status compound health risks. Her recent publications in high-impact journals address urgent social issues including transgender suicidality prevention, racial context effects on health behaviors, and economic pathways to food insecurity during the pandemic.

• Poetry
• Social Justice
• Spirituality
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Faylita Hicks (she/they) is a queer nonbinary femme Afro-Latinx activist, writer, and interdisciplinary artist currently serving as Visiting Faculty. They are Editor-in-Chief of the quarterly digital anthology Black Femme Collective and former Editor-in-Chief of Borderlands: Texas Poetry Review, leveraging direct experience with pre-trial detention to advocate for BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities impacted by poverty-based incarceration and racially charged policing. Hicks' educational background includes: MFA in Creative Writing from Sierra Nevada University B.A. in English from Texas State University-San Marcos Central to Hicks' practice is the intersection of social justice and spirituality, where creative expression becomes a catalyst for systemic change. Their work critically examines carceral systems, racial injustice, and queer identity through poetry and interdisciplinary art, drawing from personal incarceration experience to envision liberatory futures free from police violence and cash bail systems. Hicks' publications form a cohesive artistic-political project exploring BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ experiences through poetic innovation. From the Lambda Literary Award-finalist 'HoodWitch' to the forthcoming 'A Map of My Want', their work consistently blends personal narrative with political critique, using documentary poetry and spoken word to challenge oppressive structures and imagine community-based safety alternatives. Hicks' accolades include: 2020 Lambda Literary Award for Bisexual Poetry (Finalist) 2019 Balcones Poetry Prize (Finalist) 2019 Julie Suk Award (Finalist) Palette Poetry’s 2020 Sappho Prize (Winner) Texas Touring Artist designation (2020-2022) Fellowships from Broadway Advocacy Coalition, Civil Rights Corps, and Right of Return USA Supported by Civil Rights Corps and Broadway Advocacy Coalition fellowships, Hicks developed the documentary poem 'Bar for Bar: After Party' envisioning police-free communities. Their advocacy with Mano Amiga secured San Marcos' groundbreaking 'Cite and Release' Ordinance—the first in Texas to limit police discretion and reduce escalation in nonviolent incidents. Hicks actively shapes policy through the Statewide Leadership Council (Texas Criminal Justice Coalition) and Detention Watch Network, focusing on rural pretrial incarceration and immigrant detention reform. Their artistic practice intersects with community organizing to build movements for transformative justice, as featured in PBS's '45 Days' and Brave New Films' 'Racially Charged'.

• Human Sexuality
• LGBTQ Studies
• Social Welfare Policy
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SJ Dodd , PhD, is a Professor at the School of Social Work , Hunter College, City University of New York (CUNY) . With expertise in Human Sexuality , LGBTQ Policy , and Social Work Ethics , Dodd teaches courses such as Social Welfare Policy , Research Methods , and Human Sexuality . Education: PhD, University of Southern California School of Social Work MSW, University of Southern California School of Social Work MS.Ed., SUNY Brockport Research Interests focus on Practice-Based Research , Program Evaluation , and Gender Expansive Advocacy . Recent scholarship explores cancer research training programs and anti-transgender policies , with a commitment to advancing social justice in healthcare and education systems. Publications highlight trends in cancer disparities education and gender-affirming practice , reflecting Dodd's dual focus on public health initiatives and LGBTQ+ rights .

Daniella ZalcmanView profile

Professor

• Documentary Photography
• Decolonization Studies
• Visual Journalism
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Daniella Zalcman is a Professor of Practice in Tulane University's Department of Communication within the School of Liberal Arts. An award-winning Vietnamese-American documentary photographer and curator, her work examines legacies of Western colonization through organizations like National Geographic and TIME. She founded Women Photograph, a nonprofit elevating women and nonbinary visual journalists globally. Her seminal project 'Signs of Your Identity' documents forced assimilation of Indigenous children in North America. Research Focus Zalcman's scholarship investigates photographic representation of cultural trauma, decolonization methodologies, and ethical frameworks in visual journalism. Her curatorial practice emphasizes marginalized narratives in media ecosystems. Publications Her publications demonstrate sustained engagement with decolonial visual practices across diverse geopolitical contexts, particularly exploring identity formation in post-colonial societies. Awards Arnold Newman Prize Robert F Kennedy Journalism Award FotoEvidence Book Award Inge Morath Award Open Society Foundation Moving Walls

Roc RochonView profile

Researcher

• Sport Management
• Gender Studies
• LGBTQ+ Rights
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Roc Rochon is a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Department of Educational Leadership at the Neag School of Education, University of Connecticut. His academic background includes a Ph.D. in Sport Management from Florida State University, an M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of South Florida, and a B.S. in Sport and Leisure Management from Eastern Connecticut State University. Rochon’s research focuses on intersections of sport, gender, and social justice, with a particular emphasis on LGBTQ+ rights, racial politics, and public health advocacy. His work explores themes such as athlete activism, media representation of marginalized communities, and the sociocultural implications of binary systems in sports and education. Recent publications address topics ranging from ceasefire advocacy through sport boycotts to the lived experiences of Black queer and nonbinary individuals. Rochon’s research often employs intersectionality frameworks to analyze systemic inequities and propose actionable solutions. While no formal awards are listed, his engagement with critical contemporary issues underscores his commitment to transformative research. His current projects include studies on pandemic impacts on trans communities and reimagining body autonomy narratives through oral histories. Rochon’s interdisciplinary approach bridges education policy, sport management, and social activism, positioning him as a thought leader in equitable systems design.

• Indigenous Language Revitalization
• Gender and Sexuality Studies
• Settler Colonialism
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Jenny Davis (she/her) is an Associate Professor in Anthropology at the University of Illinois, affiliated with the Center for Latin American & Caribbean Studies and the Illinois Global Institute . Her work bridges Indigenous language revitalization, gender and sexuality studies, and decolonial methodologies across academic disciplines. Contact: loksi@illinois.edu • 223 Coble Hall, Champaign, IL Research Focus : Davis specializes in Indigenous language survivance , particularly examining the Chickasaw Renaissance movement, and interrogates settler colonial frameworks in historical narratives. Her scholarship critically analyzes racism in linguistic practices and nonbinary gender articulations within anthropological theory. Scientific Contributions : Leading work on Indigenous digital humanities and linguistic futurism Advocacy for ethical ancient DNA research practices with Indigenous communities Foundational critiques of 'WEIRD' biases in biological anthropology Public Scholarship : Davis's research spans trickster pedagogies, critical curation practices, and the paradoxes of language endangerment media coverage. Her publications incorporate decolonial approaches to museum ethics, genetic research, and community-university partnerships.

Konrad CzechowskiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity
• Trans and Nonbinary Inclusion
• Sexual Consent and Rejection
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Konrad Czechowski is an Assistant Professor in the School of Psychology at the University of Ottawa. His research spans several critical areas at the intersection of psychology, social justice, and public health. He is affiliated with the Centre for Research on Educational and Community Services and teaches courses such as PSY 3307 (Psychometric Methods) and graduate modules in community-clinical psychology. His primary research interests include: Inclusion of trans and nonbinary identities in research using participatory mixed methods Sexual consent, rejection, and communication, particularly through online surveys Program development and evaluation in community mental health Romantic and sexual relationships among people experiencing homelessness and survival sex His recent publications reflect a strong focus on marginalized populations, ethical research practices, and policy-relevant findings. He frequently employs mixed and qualitative methods to explore complex social issues such as racial disparities in child welfare, sexual agency under deprivation, and digital sexual interactions. His work contributes to advancing gender inclusion in science and improving mental health services for vulnerable groups. Notable research trends include: Development and validation of gender-inclusive sexual health scales (e.g., SeCS, CoFFee-R) Scoping reviews on understudied topics like survival sex and romantic relationships in homelessness Use of visual and digital methods in housing and sexuality research Examination of systemic racism in child protection systems Legal and ethical analysis of non-consensual sexual practices like stealthing While no specific awards are listed, his work is widely cited and he collaborates with leading researchers across Canada. He is actively involved in program evaluation and emphasizes secure data handling as a core competence in research ethics. His advising roles are not explicitly detailed, but his mentorship is evident through co-authored publications with early-career researchers. Konrad Czechowski is engaged in multiple collaborative research teams focusing on: Housing instability and homelessness (with John Sylvestre and others) Sexual health and communication (with Erin Leigh Courtice, Krystelle Shaughnessy, and Marilyn Ashley) Racial equity in child welfare (with Jude Mary Cénat and Pari-Gole Noorishad) Disability and technology privacy (with Virginie Cobigo)

Tycho HoranView profile

Part-Time Lecturer

• Printmaking
• Digital Design
• Community Arts
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Tycho Horan is a trans nonbinary designer, printmaker, and part-time lecturer at Tufts University's School of the Museum of Fine Arts. They specialize in bridging analogue and digital print technologies through publications, prints, posters, video, and websites, often collaborating with artists, poets, and community organizations. Co-creator of community arts spaces focused on collective liberation Studio Director at Binch Press / Queer.Archive.Work Studio Research interests include printmaking , digital design , and community-driven art practices . Their work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and accessibility in visual arts. 2022 NAS Creative Community Fellow Horan has worked with organizations like AS220, Direct Action for Rights and Equality, and New Urban Arts, contributing to exhibitions at Providence College Galleries and TRANSFER.

David J. GetsyView profile

Professor

• Art History
• Queer Studies
• Transgender Studies
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David J. Getsy is the Eleanor Shea Professor of Art History at the University of Virginia, Department of Art, within the College and Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. He also holds affiliated faculty positions in the Department of Women, Gender, and Sexuality and the Department of American Studies. His academic credentials include: Ph.D. in Art History, Northwestern University (2002) M.A. in Art History, Northwestern University (1996) B.A. with Highest Honors, Oberlin College (1995) Getsy's research revolutionizes art history through queer and transgender methodologies, focusing on suppressed histories of genderqueer performance and sculpture from the 1970s–2020s. His work excavates marginalized narratives in modern and contemporary art, particularly examining how non-normative genders reshape artistic canons. Key contributions include pioneering transgender studies in art history with 'Abstract Bodies' (2015) and award-winning analyses of Scott Burton's performance art. His recent publications reveal consistent thematic threads: the material politics of sculpture, queer visibility paradoxes, and urban street performance as resistance. Works like 'How to Teach Manet’s Olympia after Transgender Studies' (2022) demonstrate how transgender perspectives transform foundational art historical frameworks, while his Stephen Varble exhibitions recover radical 1970s genderqueer performance through archival rigor. Major accolades include: Guggenheim Fellowship (2025) Robert Motherwell Book Award (2023) University of Virginia Award for Excellence in Arts and Humanities (2023) College Art Association Award for Distinction (2021) Terra Foundation Visiting Professorship, Freie Universität Berlin (2020–2021) Dedalus Foundation Senior Fellowship (2019) Getsy mentors PhD students in modern/contemporary art, queer theory, and performance studies while directing major research initiatives. His Guggenheim-supported project 'Street Addresses' documents 1970s New York queer street life through oral histories. He serves on the Fire Island Artist Residency board and MoMA's Scott Burton Estate Committee, actively shaping LGBTQ+ artistic legacies. Current editorial roles include 'American Art' journal and Paul Mellon Centre publications, advancing inclusive art historical scholarship globally.

David EichertView profile

Adjunct Professor

• International Law
• Sexual Violence
• Feminist International Relations
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David Eichert is a PhD candidate in International Relations at LSE and adjunct professor of international relations at the American University of Paris. His research focuses on international law, sexual violence in conflict, and gender/queer theory, with particular attention to the Rohingya genocide and colonial legal frameworks. He holds a JD from Cornell Law School and an MA from New York University. Education: PhD in International Relations, LSE (2024) Juris Doctor, Cornell Law School (201?) MA in European Studies, New York University (20?) BA, Brigham Young University (20?) His research bridges poststructuralist theory with legal practice, examining how gendered narratives shape international justice mechanisms. He has been a visiting scholar at Université Paris-Panthéon-Assas and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, and currently serves on Millennium: Journal of International Studies ' editorial board. Teaching: Full-time adjunct teaching six courses including 'War and Peace' and 'International Law' at American University of Paris Designed and taught 'Conflict-Related Sexual Violence in International Law & Global Politics' at Sciences Po LSE seminar: 'Contemporary Issues in International Relations' (2020-2021) Service & Recognition: Peer reviewer for 8+ top journals including International Affairs and Journal of International Criminal Justice Translator of Black French Women and the Struggle for Equality Podcast guest discussing Arthur Gary Bishop case and digital diplomacy