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Martha Balaguera is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of Toronto, Mississauga. Her research primarily focuses on comparative politics and development studies, with a particular interest in protest movements, social movements, and the politics surrounding borders and transnationalism. She has authored recent publications that explore critical topics such as trans-asylum and the implications of queer liberalism. Her work critically examines the intersections of gender identity and politics, while also addressing the challenges posed by confinement and sovereignty in migration contexts. Balaguera's academic background includes a Bachelor’s degree from Universidad Nacional de Colombia, a Master’s from the University of Essex, and a PhD from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She combines her expertise in feminist theory and queer trans migrations with critical carceral studies to inform her teaching and research. Balaguera continues to contribute to the academic discourse on these vital issues through her publications and ongoing research projects.
Department of Sociology