Symposium: Accessing FIP Women Beyond the Family Unit

Join us for a fascinating exploration of the First Intermediate Period (FIP) of Egypt (late third millennium BCE). This symposium, part of a new Marie Skłodowska-Curie project at Charles University, delves into the lives of women and their social power in ancient Egypt during a period of dramatic social and political upheaval. The project aims to provide a comprehensive account of the women of the FIP and their agency within their distinct historical context, using quantitative and qualitative methods.

Symposium Key Highlights:

• Discover groundbreaking research: Hear from 10 leading specialists as they present cutting-edge research on social, economic, and political power during the FIP.
• Explore a unique historical context: Witness the profound impact of political disintegration, regional conflicts, and the 4.2 ka BP Event on Egyptian society.
• Uncover hidden histories: Examine how archaeological and epigraphical evidence sheds light on this distinct period of history far less well known than other periods.

Attend in person or online, free of charge:

31 January 2025, 09:00 am CET
Room P104, Faculty of Arts, Charles University, nám. Jana Palacha 1/2, 116 38 Prague 1
Online

This symposium is a must-attend for anyone interested in ancient Egyptian history, women’s studies, and the complexities of social and political change in the First Intermediate Period.

 

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