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Janice Boddy is a Professor at the University of Toronto, specializing in the anthropology of religion and Islamic Studies. Her research focuses on women's roles in religious practices and the intersections of gender, colonialism, and cultural politics. Boddy’s work examines historical and contemporary issues related to ritual and the concept of 'the body' in selfhood, contributing to a deeper understanding of how religious beliefs shape cultural identities. She has published extensively on topics regarding medical anthropology and the significance of meaning in religious practices, particularly as they relate to women's experiences in Islamic contexts.
Department of Sociology