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Young and Early career Scholars
An initiative of the IGU Commission on Gender and Geography

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Writing and Thriving Together: Collective Writing Sessions
The path of an early career researcher in geography (or any field) can often feel like walking a tightrope, balancing the pressure of writing a thesis, navigating precarious contracts, and facing the uncertainty of post-PhD life. The emotional weight that follows it can increase the feelings of isolation, even when surrounded by colleagues, friends and family. Acknowledging these challenges, the cornerstone of YES! is to build and keep a network that is not only professional,


Reactivating connection: YES! is back
We're excited to share that the IGU YES! Gender and Geography network, our caring community of early career scholars in feminist...


Indian Matchmaking: Deepening gender stereotypes
The recent Netflix show called “Indian Matchmaking” was criticised for different reasons ranging from promoting gender stereotypes,...
Kanchan Gandhi
Sep 13, 2020


Fieldwork and Ethics in the times of COVID-19
“How am I going to finish my fieldwork on time?”, “Will I be able to do fieldwork?”, “Should I start thinking of alternative methods to...
Balawansuk Lynrah and Ananya Bhuyan
Aug 31, 2020
YES! Covid-19 Statement of Solidarity
Members of the YES! met online on 25 June 2020 in a show of solidarity and support for each other during this pandemic. As more...
Kamalini Ramdas
Jul 4, 2020
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