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Matthew Waites is a Professor (Reader) in Sociological & Cultural Studies at the University of Glasgow's School of Social and Political Sciences. His work focuses on human rights, queer politics, and postcolonial analysis, particularly in Commonwealth contexts. He has contributed to decriminalization efforts for LGBTQ+ communities globally and led initiatives like the 'LGBTI Human Rights in the Commonwealth' conference during the 2014 Commonwealth Games.
Research Interests:
- Global queer politics and human rights contestation
- Colonial legacies affecting sexual orientation and gender identity
- Intersectionality of postcolonial analysis with feminist and queer theories
- Decentralizing boomerang effect frameworks in rights advocacy
Key Projects:
- Co-edited Human Rights, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity in the Commonwealth (2013)
- Founded Glasgow Human Rights Network and co-leads the Centre for Research on Families and Relationships
- Organized landmark events like the 'LGBTI Human Rights in the Commonwealth' conference
Awards:
- Nominated for 'Outstanding Campaigner of the Year' (2015 Scottish LGBTI Awards)
Advising & Grants:
- Supervised PhD students on LGBTQ+ topics (e.g., transgender experiences, online wellbeing)
- Secured funding for projects like the 'Strong in Diversity Bold on Inclusion' initiative in African cities
Labs/Teams:
- Co-director of Glasgow Human Rights Network
- Associate of Scottish Centre for Crime and Justice Research
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