Hakan Sandal-Wilson

Hakan Sandal-Wilson is an Assistant Professor of Gender, Peace and Security at the Department of Gender Studies, London School of Economics and Political Science. His research critically examines intersections of gender, sexuality, ethnicity, religion, and conflict in the Middle East, particularly focusing on Kurdish queer/LGBTIQ+ politics and diasporic movements. He is also invested in creative-critical interdisciplinary research methods, co-editing a volume on politically engaged methodologies. Previously, he served at the University of Cambridge as a Teaching Associate and Affiliated Lecturer, and as Campaigns Officer for Amnesty UK’s LGBTI Network.

Education:
- PhD, University of Cambridge Centre for Gender Studies
- MA in Cultural Studies, Istanbul Bilgi University

Research Interests:
- Queer Studies in Conflict Zones
- Kurdish Social Movements
- Diasporic Feminist and Queer Activism
- Ethnography and Creative Writing Methodologies

Publications Trends:
His work bridges theoretical inquiries with activism, emphasizing marginalized queer voices in conflict-affected regions. Recent projects include monographs on Kurdish queer politics and co-edited collections on creative-critical interventions for social justice.

Awards & Grants:
No awards explicitly mentioned, but his work has been translated into multiple languages and featured in outlets such as openDemocracy and Jadaliyya.

Advising & Mentorship:
No listed advisees, but directs LSE’s MSc Gender and MSc Gender (Research) programmes, teaching courses like GI402 (Gender, Knowledge & Research Practice) and GI413 (Gender, Race & Militarisation).

Labs & Collaborations:
Co-convened 'Creaction' interdisciplinary workshops at UCL, fostering global creative-critical social justice research.