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This transdisciplinary collection of research papers aims to explore the issues of social exclusion, inequality, power, and knowledge in the context of COVID-19. The COVID-19 pandemic has amplified existing social inequalities and power imbalances globally. The collection draws insights from different disciplines like sociology, anthropology, public health, and political science, to investigate the ways in which the pandemic has worsened pre-existing inequalities and how they have affected different social groups and communities. The collection also explores the power dynamics involved in responding to the pandemic, including the role of governments, corporations, and international organizations, and how these dynamics have impacted marginalized communities. Furthermore, the collection examines the production and dissemination of knowledge about the pandemic, including how different sources of information and expertise have shaped public perceptions and responses to the crisis. Finally, the collection explores the potential for more inclusive and participatory approaches to knowledge production and decision-making, with the aim of promoting a more equitable and inclusive human future.