Dr. Golshan Golriz

Biography

Golshan Golriz is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology at Queen's University. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from York University, a Master of Arts from the University of Toronto, and a Ph.D. from McGill University. His academic focus includes sociology and specialized fields such as gender and sexuality studies, and critical race studies. Golriz’s research interests are interdisciplinary, highlighting structural inequalities faced by Queer, Trans, Black, Indigenous People of Colour (QTBIPOC) at macro, meso, and micro levels. He employs feminist social scientific methods and intersectional frameworks in his research. Current projects include a comparative study of identity-centric social movements and a co-edited volume on LGBTQ religious activism. His notable publications examine the intersections of religion, gender, and LGBTQ acceptance, highlighting the challenges and marginalization within these communities. Golriz's work critically analyzes how racism and capitalism impact the representation and politicization of Middle Eastern and Muslim identities, particularly in relation to sexuality and gender.

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