What concepts of gender and diversity emerge in the different regions and pertinent research and practical fields? On the back drop of current European developments - from the deregulation of economy, a shrinking welfare state to the dissolution and reinforcement of borders - the book examines the development of Gender and Diversity Studies in different European regions as well as beyond and focuses on central fields of theoretical reflection, empirical research and practical implementation policies and politics.

Ingrid Jungwirth is professor of social sciences with focus on diversity and inclusion, head of the study programme Gender and Diversity, B.A., Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences, Faculty of Society and Economics. Carola Bauschke-Urban is professor of sociology, gender and diversity studies at Fulda University of Applied Sciences, Department of Social and Cultural Studies.