Program: Ph.D. in Global Studies
Specialization: Historical, Political, and Social Studies
Contact Email: 10035@gsu.ac.ae
Rebecca Wembabazi, from Uganda, is a Ph.D. student in Global Studies, specializing in Historical, Political, and Social Studies at Global Studies University. Her research focuses on the historical and structural inequalities shaping African women’s lives, with particular attention to the intersections of gender, labor, and the state. Rebecca examines feminisms, decolonial thought, and global political economy.
Education
- M.Phil., Social Studies, Makerere Institute of Social Research (MISR), Makerere University
Professional Experience
- Locum Data Entrant, Bank of Uganda, Uganda
- Enumerator (Business R&D and Innovation Survey), Uganda National Council for Science and Technology (UNCST), Uganda
- Survey Assistant (Traffic Counts), Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA), Uganda
- Investment Analyst, Egret Capital Group, Uganda
Publications and Contributions
- Gender and Decolonization — Research Group Project, Makerere Institute of Social Research, Uganda (Jan 2024–Present)
In Their Own Words
“My experience in the program has been highly rewarding. The academic environment is rigorous and intellectually stimulating, with instructors who provide exceptional expertise and guidance. The supportive community fosters collaboration and mentorship, creating a space that encourages critical inquiry and meaningful scholarly engagement. The program has allowed me to deepen my research, engage with diverse perspectives, and participate in projects that are both academically enriching and socially significant.”
