Chair in Transgender Studies

Territory acknowledgement

We acknowledge and respect the lək̓ʷəŋən peoples on whose territory the University of Victoria stands, and the Songhees, Esquimalt and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Our Vision

A world where Trans+ and all gender-diverse people can thrive free from the limitations of gender and intersecting oppressions.

Our Mission

Provide inspiration and hope to Trans+ people and our allies everywhere. Contribute to the development and dissemination of accurate knowledge about Trans+ people. Help to build strong and resilient Trans+ social and cultural communities.

Our Commitment

We are committed to applying an intersectional lens in our work to advance reconciliation, racial justice, equity, and inclusion for all.

Our work is fostering research and scholarship in Transgender Studies

Encouraging both existing and new scholars to pursue careers in Transgender Studies and building local, national and international linkages with others working in Transgender Studies
Hosting visiting academic and community scholars
Proactive community outreach and knowledge mobilization
Teaching and mentoring related to the area of Transgender Studies
Assisting faculty to integrate Transgender Studies content into their courses
Subject matter expert of the Transgender Archives
Fundraising in support of the Chair in Transgender Studies and the Transgender Archives

Visiting scholars

Academic and community-based scholars visit with us throughout the year. Many of them have come to make use of the Transgender Archives.

Moving Trans History Forward

Community activists, researchers, educators, artists, service providers, and allies come together to create a better future.

The Chair in Transgender Studies holds a variety of public events, including guest speakers, social and arts events, and honorary degrees!

Video message

A donation by the Tawani Foundation, founded and led by Lieutenant Colonel Jennifer N. Pritzker, US Army (Retired), supports the inaugural chair in UVic’s Faculty of Social Sciences for five years.