Level UP - Researching Trans Histories in Edmonton (Phase 3)
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digitization digital archiving researchTo work with the MacEwan Centre for Sexual and Gender Diversity's Edmonton Queer History Project (EQHP) to support research, education, and knowledge mobilization about the people, places, and moments that have helped to shape Edmonton's 2SLGBTQ+ community.
- Provide research support to identify people and places of historical significance to Edmonton's queer history, including work with archival materials and public records, with a focus on trans and gender-diverse communities.
- Attend and participate in project team meetings.
- Help support the development, delivery and promotion of the EQHP summer tour series in May & June.
- Provide background research and organizational support for the EQHP podcast series.
- Assist with digitizing, cataloging, and organizing EQHP archival materials.
- Help develop a framework for digital archival practices for the EQHP.
Students will have access to a work station and supports provided by the MacEwan Centre for Sexual and Gender Diversity and Dr. Kristopher Wells.
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The Centre for Sexual and Gender Diversity supports research, teaching and service work related to sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression on campus and in the community. Supported by the Canada Research Chair in Sexual and Gender Minority Youth Issues, we develop inclusive and responsive policies, support evidence-informed practices and encourage the full and equitable participation of sexual and gender minorities on campus and in society.
We serve all members of the MacEwan community—students, faculty and staff. We can answer your questions about sexual and gender minority issues and support your ideas for initiatives that increase knowledge about and bring visibility to the LGBTQ2S+ community.
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