Ifeyinwa Okadigbo, widely known as Ify, is a dedicated Ph.D. Candidate within the esteemed School of Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies at York University, Toronto, Canada. Her academic journey has been characterized by a profound commitment to unveiling the multifaceted dimensions of gender, coloniality, and African feminism. Ify holds an impressive academic record, boasting two Master’s degrees in Gender and International Development from the University of East Anglia, United Kingdom, and Gender, Feminist, and Women’s Studies from York University, Canada.
Her research endeavors are anchored in a decolonial historical perspective, reflecting her fervent desire to critically examine the ramifications of the colonial encounter and its enduring legacies on the lives, aspirations, and future trajectories of African women in the Igbo and Hausa communities of Nigeria. Ify’s scholarly pursuits encompass a rich tapestry of subjects, with a primary focus on coloniality, decolonization, African feminism, African personhood, traditional women’s movements, and female leadership.
In her recent work, Ify has expanded her research horizon to encompass the intricate discourses surrounding gendered power dynamics. Her exploration delves into how African women continually disrupt the prevailing binary narratives that often oversimplify the interplay between Western religious influences and African spirituality.
Her multidisciplinary approach to complex issues in the realm of gender and African studies promises to contribute significantly to the evolving discourse in these fields, ultimately paving the way for a more inclusive and equitable future.
Her work has been supported by many Grants and Fellowships.
For inquiries or collaboration opportunities, please contact Ifeyinwa (Ify) Okadigbo at firstname.lastname@example.org or visit her profile at https://www.yorku.ca/cfr/feminist-digital-methods/ or on her LinkedIn page at https://www.linkedin.com/in/ify-okadigbo-5851442b/.