Abstract
This paper introduces decolonial trans* feminism, a framework merging decolonial theory with trans* of color feminism to challenge colonial gender oppression. It reimagines knowledge, gender, power, and resistance in educational research for queer/trans BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) individuals by integrating Indigenous metaphysics, diverse self-ontologies, and spiritual dimensions. The asterisk in trans* feminism symbolizes the fluidity of gender identities, challenging rigid boundaries of thought and colonial norms. Emphasizing the Androgynous Whole, the paper explores how different configurations of knowledge inform gender and serve as sites of coalitional resistance. Engaging with Third World Feminists, it calls for a shift to nuanced, dialogic analysis and transformative pedagogies that celebrate the diversity and lived experiences of queer and trans BIPOC individuals, advocating for the inclusion of marginalized epistemologies in educational structures.
Methodological Approach
Theoretical or Conceptual
DOI
https://doi.org/10.60808/f6by-hh48
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Recommended Citation
Salas-SantaCruz, O. (2024). What is Decolonial Trans* Feminism and What Can It Do for Queer/Trans BIPOC Education Research? Reimagining Knowledge and Identity through the Convergence of Decolonial and Trans* Feminism. Journal of Queer and Trans Studies in Education, 1(1). https://doi.org/10.60808/f6by-hh48
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