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Xuan Thuy Nguyen is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Interdisciplinary Studies, Carleton University, specializing in interdisciplinary research focused on young women and girls with disabilities in the Global South. She is passionate about community building and fostering inclusive education, and has led multiple SSHRC-funded projects aimed at enhancing the leadership potential of marginalized populations. Her recent project, ENGAGE, seeks to explore engagement strategies for girls and young women with disabilities in the Global South. Nguyen has collaborated with academics and activists globally, particularly in India, South Africa, and Vietnam, to address the knowledge gaps surrounding disability activism and inclusion. She has published extensively in the fields of disability studies and education, with a focus on decolonial approaches and the intersectionality of gender and disability. Additionally, Nguyen is dedicated to mentoring students across diverse backgrounds, focusing on social justice research and advocacy. She teaches several courses related to disability and children's rights and actively participates in transnational initiatives aimed at reforming inclusive practices.
Carleton University • Ottawa, ON, Canada
Teaching and researching in the interdisciplinary contexts of disability studies and social justice.
Includes MEng and MASc options.