Bruna Cristina Jaquetto Pereira

European universities, vital engines of knowledge production and democratic participation, face persistent challenges in ensuring inclusive environments. While studies such as UniSAFE (2022) highlight that gender-based violence is widespread in European universities, the nuanced impact of intersecting forms of discrimination remains less studied. Using quantitative survey analysis, this research scrutinizes the intersection of gender and race in experiences of sexual harassment within Spanish universities, informed by the Black feminist concept of intersectionality, to create innovative measurement methods. By moving beyond gender as the single factor influencing sexual harassment in European universities, this study aims to uncover the obstacles faced by collectives navigating compounded forms of discrimination. The findings will contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of barriers to equal participation in higher education, a crucial step towards fostering genuinely democratic and equitable European societies and promoting equality in all spheres of life, including education and knowledge production.