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Masuma Shahid is an Assistant Professor and Lecturer at the Erasmus School of Law, specializing in International and European Union Law, with a dedicated research focus on LGBTQ+ rights, AI and human rights, and privacy law. She is affiliated with the International and European Union Law (IEUR) department and actively contributes to academic and public discourse on equality and digital governance.
- Assistant Professor, Erasmus School of Law
- Lecturer, International and European Union Law (IEUR)
- Co-Coordinator, LGBTQI+ Working Group, Berkeley Center on Comparative Equality and Anti-Discrimination Law
- Member, Diversity Platform, Erasmus School of Law
Her research centers on the intersection of LGBTQ+ rights and artificial intelligence, queer data, equal marriage rights, European internal market law, competition law, and international human rights law. She employs critical legal theory to examine how legal systems address marginalization and digital discrimination.
Her recent scholarly work includes a doctoral thesis on equal marriage rights litigation in major courts, publications on AI’s impact on LGBTQ+ communities, and authoritative textbooks on EU law. The articles reflect a strong trend in using comparative legal analysis to advocate for inclusive legal frameworks, particularly in digital and human rights contexts.
She has been recognized through invitations to speak at academic forums and contribute to public debates on LGBTQ+ rights and AI ethics. Her media contributions highlight her role as a public intellectual in advancing legal inclusivity.
- Invited speaker on Queer Legal Theory and AI governance
- Expert commentator on LGBTQ+ rights in Dutch media
- Contributor to discussions on constitutional reforms for LGBTQIA+ and disabled persons
Masuma Shahid advises on legal research and contributes to collaborative academic initiatives, particularly through her role at the Berkeley Center. While no formal grants are listed, her extensive publication and speaking record indicate active research funding and institutional support. She is involved in shaping policy discourse through academic and public engagement.
She is a key figure in the LGBTQI+ Working Group at the Berkeley Center on Comparative Equality and Anti-Discrimination Law, contributing to an international network focused on anti-discrimination law and equality. Her work bridges academia, policy, and social justice advocacy.
