Simone de Beauvoir Institute
Concordia's Women’s Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies in Sexuality Department.
Our history
For over four decades, the SdBI has been at the forefront of research and education in the fields of women's studies, gender studies, feminism and sexuality.
Our community in action
We center community-based knowledge, activism and learning in our work.
Summer intensive courses
Expand your academic experience with our summer courses and delve deeper into issues that matter.
Experiential learning
Get hands-on learning experience with our applied learning opportunities both in the classroom and wider community.
Special funding for out-of-province students
Up to $4,000 for undergraduate programs.
Up to $9,251 for Master's programs.
What's new at SdBI
Book award - Kimberley Manning
Concordia newsmaker - May 2024
Coming up at SdBI
No upcoming events at this time.
Support the next generation
Understanding social inequalities and interlocking systems of oppression are crucial to the well-being of our society.
Your support to the Simone de Beauvoir Institute helps develop critically engaged citizens who will put into practice the leading political, theoretical and methodological commitments that come from feminist activism.
