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Exploring Feminism and Women’s Issues

Kenya
Faculty-Led

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This program will introduce students to Kenya more so Nairobi and the Mara region. Nairobi is a vibrant hub in East Africa, where students will be introduced to history, culture, and social change.

Through an intersectional lens, we’ll delve into Kenya’s post-colonial context, focusing on women’s experiences. Students will uncover layers of discrimination, marginalization, and oppression faced by women. Students will also have the opportunity to meet women who are dominating industries previously thought to be run by men. Dive into the heart of Nairobi’s grassroots organizations, especially those dedicated to the empowerment of women. Gather around community forums, where raw, unfiltered stories echo through bustling markets and quiet corners. Taste local cuisine, visit heritage sites, and dance to rhythms that resonate across generations.

Culturally and Historically Significant Sites:

The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust – Elephant Orphanage
Maasai Cultural Experience
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Nairobi National Park
Bomas of Kenya

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this program, students should be able to:
  • Develop the ability to navigate diverse cultural contexts
  • Recognize the competitive value of knowledge produced on the African continent
  • Analyze the interconnectedness of local and global issues with a focus on gender equity and social justice
  • Measure their own perspectives and assumptions based on cultural identity and biases
  • Connect insights gained during study abroad to wider career objectives
  • Engage in learning and networking opportunities
  • Interview women who have succeeded in traditionally male-dominated industries
UN Sustainable Development Goals

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