On 16 February 2026, the University of Cádiz organized the online seminar titled “Addressing Intersectional Discrimination: Social Justice, the AGG, and Counseling Practices”, organized by the Observatory of Migration and Human Rights as part of its monthly seminar series.
The session, , was hosted by the University of Kiel and featured presentations by researchers Manja Dimitra Kotsas, Hazal Budak-Kim, and Tina Spies.
During the seminar, the speakers presented the findings of a research project focused on the analysis of intersectional discrimination in the German context, with particular emphasis on the application of the AGG (General Act on Equal Treatment). The presenters explored how, in seemingly objective situations, legal and social interpretations can determine whether intersectional discrimination is recognized or overlooked.
The discussion centered on how such interpretations are constructed, which factors (and therefore categories) are considered relevant in assessing cases, and the influence of regulatory and professional frameworks on the identification of unequal treatment. The importance of adopting an intersectional perspective in the field was also highlighted, enabling a better understanding of how multiple factors, such as ethnic origin, gender, or religion, interact in the production of inequalities.
In addition to members of the Observatory from various European universities, the seminar was attended by participants from other institutions, including the University of Oviedo, demonstrating the broad interest in this line of research in the European research community and reinforcing the inter-university nature of the event.
Through this online seminar, the Observatory of Migration and Human Rights consolidates an international academic platform for collaborative research and social justice, equal treatment, and human rights, promoting the exchange of knowledge among European universities.
