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Jo Sharp

Professor of Geography at the University of Andrews, internationally leading human geographer whose work has been at the forefront of feminist and political geography for the last three decades. Named Geographer Royal for Scotland in 2022.

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Mar 31, 2025 • 1h 27min

Agents of change? The challenges of understanding empowerment through international development

Join Professor Jo Sharp, Geographer Royal for Scotland and a leading figure in feminist geography, as she delves into the challenges of empowerment in international development. She shares insights from her work with Bedouin women in Egypt, highlighting local knowledge's role in environmental management. In Tanzania, she examines zoonotic diseases and the need for community-driven health solutions. Through stories of generational shifts and collaborative research, she questions assumptions of agency and highlights the importance of participatory approaches.