Paulina Luisi’s International Thought and Activism (03.26.21) | Latin American Studies

Paulina Luisi’s International Thought and Activism (03.26.21)

Join us for a virtual lunch talk with our Pardee School colleague Andrei Mamolea on Friday, March 26, at 12 PM. Mamolea will be talking about the Uruguayan feminist leader Paulina Luisi’s international thought and activism.

Widely considered the “mother” of Latin American feminism, Paulina Luisi (1875-1950) dedicated herself during the 1920s and 1930s to building an international network of feminist activists, amplifying its voice through international organization, such as the League of Nations, criticizing the inadequacies of Pan-American institutions, and organizing and mobilizing people across the Americas in support of political, social, and economic rights, as well as against imperialism, authoritarianism, and fascism. Each of these endeavors shaped her thinking about the possibilities and limits of international law and international organization. This presentation will examine Luisi’s thought and work during this pivotal but neglected period of her life.

Register in advance for this meeting:

When: Mar 26, 2021 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

https://bostonu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUrduirrDwjHtFkNVRJMNe60JKcYataQylB

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

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