Global South Studies Center (GSSC)
The Global South Studies Center (GSSC) at the University of Cologne is an interdisciplinary research center that coordinates the Key Profile Area “Global South Studies”.
Its aim is to strengthen academic perspectives on the Global South and to explore the complex interconnections of global inequalities, cultural dynamics, and social transformations within various thematic areas.
The center fosters exchange between disciplines, researchers and partner institutions worldwide - with a particular focus on collaborations in the Global South. Through joint research projects, teaching initiatives, and events the GSSC contributes to developing new forms of knowledge and actively shaping global dialogs.
Overview
Overview
Overview
23Sep
Fair Trade International Symposium (FTIS) 2026
Dynamics in an Unpredictable World
23Sep
Public Opening Panel of the Fair Trade International Symposium (FTIS) 2026
Dynamics in an Unpredictable World – Trade and Just Sustainability Transitions between Global Dynamics and Local Contexts
24Sep
Workshop
From Dissertation to Book - A one-day workshop on preparing the first academic book
08Oct
Workshop
National Funding for Early Career Researchers: Information Event and Q&A with Colleagues from the University of Cologne's Division Research Management (D7)
19Oct
Worldmaking
Reflections on Decolonial Societal Futures Through Exhibitions and Curating
29Oct
Workshop
Administración local y agencia indígena en la América española
Centers & Projects
Numerous associated projects and centers make the Global South Studies Center a unique platform for interdisciplinary exchange, innovative research and new perspectives
