Descripción del curso

This course aims to explore demographic techniques and their impact from a queer perspective. Throughout the course, we will introduce concepts and definitions related to queer studies, delving into the lived experiences of the LGBTQ+ population and how these experiences can enrich researchers in their studies. We will critically examine the challenges posed by the sex binary and heteronormative assumptions prevalent in traditional demographic theories and methods. Additionally, we will explore widely used measurements in representative surveys and censuses that go beyond these limitations. Towards the end of the course, a workshop will be conducted to provide participants with hands-on experience in applying these critiques to their own research and projects.

Contenido

• Queer theory aproach to Demography.
• Concepts and definitions related to gender, sexual identity and orientation.
• Measurement, queer data and available representative surveys and censuses.
• State of the art: Health and well-being, education, labor market, family formation.
• Workshop: how to apply on your own project (or future projects).

Público objetivo del curso

The course will be useful to Phd Students, Researchers, and Policy Makers

Formación y equipamiento requerido

Basic knowledge of feminist and queer theories will be helpful.