CREA’s 11th Disability, Sexuality, and Rights Online Institute 2024: Apply!!

Applications are now open for the 11th edition of the Disability, Sexuality, and Rights Online Institute (DSROI)!
11th October – 29th November, 2024
(Completely online, 7 weeks, 8-12 hours per week)
OVERVIEW
CREA’s Disability, Sexuality, and Rights Online Institute (DSROI) is an initiative focused on the intersection of disability, sexuality, and human rights. It aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of these issues, promote inclusive policies, and advocate for the rights of people with disabilities. The program typically includes modules on various topics, such as:
- Theoretical frameworks on disability and sexuality
- Intersectionality and human rights
- Legal and policy advocacy
- Case studies and real-world applications
- Strategies for social change and activism
The online format allows for broader participation, enabling individuals from different regions to engage with the content and contribute to the discussions. The institute is known for its multidisciplinary approach, bringing together experts, activists, and participants from diverse backgrounds.
CREA’s Disability, Sexuality, and Rights Online Institute (DSROI) is a six week long online course that provides a study of theory and practice at the intersection of disability, gender and sexuality with a focus on perspectives from the global South. Started in 2010, the Institute is, in majority, led by activists, community organizers and academics with disabilities. The institute centers cross-movement cooperation especially at the intersection of disability rights and justice, feminism, sexual and gender diversity. The course is offered through an accessible online learning platform.
Download the call for applications document here: PDF, Word and Accessible Word format.
Who the institute is for:
Approximately 70 participants will be selected based on demonstrated interest in disability and sexuality, and applicability to their work. Preference will be given to participants from the global South who work as activists and community organizers and are connected to broader rights movements addressing sexual rights, disability and feminism; practitioners working on access to justice, sexual and reproductive health rights, gender-based violence; and donors or philanthropists with demonstrated commitment to supporting human rights. We strongly encourage persons with disabilities to apply!
Deadline to apply:
Applications are due by 16th August 2024.
Participants are required to pay a registration fee of USD 60 to contribute towards course expenses. Fee waiver is available on request on need basis (please refer to the application form for more information).
Guidelines:
Use of the online application form is preferred (the form is below). You can complete the form manually (download the form here) and email it to [email protected]. If you require accessibility accommodations in completing the application, please let us know at [email protected]. We also accept applications sent by video or through Zoom in Sign Language. Attach a copy of your latest résumé or CV. All questions must be answered — your résumé or CV cannot substitute for an answer.