Summer School | The Intersectional Humanities

The inaugural European Intersectional Humanities Summer School will be held at Maynooth University in Summer 2025. It will offer an innovative and transformative experience at the intersection of critical theory, social justice and humanities scholarship. Convened by Professor Anna Hickey-Moody, the Summer School will bring together scholars, activists and students for an immersive exploration of how intersectionality shapes and is shaped by the human experience across various fields of inquiry.
With a focus on fostering inclusive, interdisciplinary dialogue, this immersive event features an exceptional lineup of distinguished guest appearances from Tapasya Narang, Dónal Hassett, Jeneen Naji, Sandy O’Sullivan, Jennifer Redmond, Divya Garg, Richard Huddleson, Marissa Willcox and Gavan Titley. These expert voices contribute to the rich landscape of discussions and practice-based workshops that address key themes of race, gender, identity, coloniality and the socio-political dynamics influencing the humanities today. The Summer School not only provides a platform for engaging with complex ideas but also emphasises the importance of building solidarity across diverse communities in academic and activist spaces.

Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in collaborative learning environments, where they can critically interrogate dominant narratives and reimagine new possibilities for a more inclusive and equitable future. Through lectures, discussions of texts, and hands-on workshops, participants are invited to engage in deep reflection on the practical applications of intersectional thinking to fields like literature, history, media and cultural studies. The inaugural Intersectional Humanities Summer School at Maynooth University marks a significant step forward in creating spaces where the humanities can more meaningfully intersect with global struggles for justice, equity, and representation.