Kari Jegerstedt

Kari Jegerstedt is a Professor and Head of the Centre for Women's and Gender Research (SKOK) at the University of Bergen. Her work bridges feminist theory, literary analysis, and radical philosophy, focusing on postcolonialism, queer theory, and resistance studies. She actively engages with global academic communities through conferences, lectures, and interdisciplinary collaborations.

• Affiliations: SKOK, Research Group for Radical Philosophy and Literature, Foundational Questions in Gender and Sexuality Research
• Key Research Topics: Feminist fiction, psychoanalysis, globalisation, and decolonial critique

Her recent publications explore intersections between literature, philosophy, and political activism. She frequently moderates panels on gender equity, LGBTQ+ rights, and decolonizing knowledge systems. Jegerstedt also leads advanced courses on environmental justice, posthumanism, and feminist methodologies.

Public engagements include expert commentary on anti-gender movements, book launches, and collaborations with artists and policymakers. She emphasizes the role of humanities in addressing societal challenges through critical thought and interdisciplinary dialogue.