By Erica Pimentel and Soraya Bel Hadj Ali
How does motherhood shape the academic experience? Erica Pimentel and Soraya Bel Hadj Ali explore the physical, emotional, and professional toll of being a Mother – Professor – Researcher. From expectations of constant availability to the invisibility of maternal bodies in academia, their work highlights systemic challenges – and offers concrete solutions for a more inclusive and equitable academic environment.