#decolonization
#decolonization

1 month ago

Campaigners celebrate court ruling to decolonise' Kampala

A court ruling has mandated the removal of colonial monuments and street names in Kampala, marking a step towards decolonization and honoring Uganda's cultural identity.

philosophy

fromApaonline

1 week ago

The Aesthetics of Black Madness

Fanon's contributions to art and theory remain relevant to contemporary political struggles and cultural identity.

more#cultural-identity

3 weeks ago

US politics

An American ugliness

The crass and oppressive aspects of the U.S. culture have deep roots, often hidden beneath the allure of wealth and propaganda.

#colonialism

fromNature

1 month ago

OMG science

Why Africans should be telling the story of human origins

Decolonization of palaeoanthropology is essential to include African researchers in the study of human origins.

10 months ago

OMG science

We need other logics for our approach to nature': the woman uprooting colonialism in botany

The book 'Botany of Empire' challenges the colonial legacy in plant science and advocates for decolonization efforts in botanical research.

Miscellaneous

Tug of war': Chagos Islands deal tearing families apart in Mauritius

Mauritius is on the verge of reclaiming the Chagos Islands after a significant ICJ ruling, but faces uncertainty as it awaits US approval.

8 months ago

Privacy professionals

Trinidad and Tobago redraws coat of arms to remove Columbus's three ships

Trinidad and Tobago is removing colonial symbols from its coat of arms and discussing the removal of other colonial monuments.

fromNature

1 month ago

OMG science

Why Africans should be telling the story of human origins

Decolonization of palaeoanthropology is essential to include African researchers in the study of human origins.

10 months ago

OMG science

We need other logics for our approach to nature': the woman uprooting colonialism in botany

The book 'Botany of Empire' challenges the colonial legacy in plant science and advocates for decolonization efforts in botanical research.

Miscellaneous

Tug of war': Chagos Islands deal tearing families apart in Mauritius

Mauritius is on the verge of reclaiming the Chagos Islands after a significant ICJ ruling, but faces uncertainty as it awaits US approval.

8 months ago

Privacy professionals

Trinidad and Tobago redraws coat of arms to remove Columbus's three ships

Trinidad and Tobago is removing colonial symbols from its coat of arms and discussing the removal of other colonial monuments.

Ukraine: Odesa's push to erase Russian names, monuments DW 02/23/2025

Odesa's Italian Street was renamed as part of Ukraine's decolonization efforts to dismantle Russian imperial symbols.

Artificial intelligence

fromMedium

Decolonising AI: A UX approach to cultural biases and power dynamics

AI systems reflect cultural biases embedded in their training data, often marginalizing non-Western perspectives.

#national-identity

Miscellaneous

The Long Wave: Why more countries are ditching the British monarchy

Commonwealth nations are advancing decolonization by redefining national identity to honor their unique histories and cultures.

Design

Canada, a laboratory for the decolonization of museums

Museums in Canada are transforming to include Indigenous narratives, confronting their historical omissions and working towards decolonization.

Miscellaneous

The Long Wave: Why more countries are ditching the British monarchy

Commonwealth nations are advancing decolonization by redefining national identity to honor their unique histories and cultures.

Design

Canada, a laboratory for the decolonization of museums

Museums in Canada are transforming to include Indigenous narratives, confronting their historical omissions and working towards decolonization.

more#national-identity

#global-south

Artificial intelligence

Paola Ricaurte, researcher: Large technology companies are allies of authoritarian governments'

Sociotechnical systems are shaped by decisions, and current frameworks risk increasing global inequalities if not addressed properly.

3 months ago

Miscellaneous

It's about solidarity, not charity': the Oxfam chief seeking to decolonise the aid sector

The international charity sector must decolonize to empower communities in the Global South, according to Oxfam GB's chief executive Halima Begum.

fromBerlin Art Link

Berlin

Review of 'No! More White Money' | Berlin Art Link

The performance critiques how 'white money' influences and controls artistic expression and access for artists from the Global South.

Artificial intelligence

Paola Ricaurte, researcher: Large technology companies are allies of authoritarian governments'

Sociotechnical systems are shaped by decisions, and current frameworks risk increasing global inequalities if not addressed properly.

3 months ago

Miscellaneous

It's about solidarity, not charity': the Oxfam chief seeking to decolonise the aid sector

The international charity sector must decolonize to empower communities in the Global South, according to Oxfam GB's chief executive Halima Begum.

fromBerlin Art Link

Berlin

Review of 'No! More White Money' | Berlin Art Link

The performance critiques how 'white money' influences and controls artistic expression and access for artists from the Global South.

more#global-south

fromArchDaily

3 months ago

Miscellaneous

BBC Names Lesley Lokko Among 100 Most Influential Women of 2024

Lesley Lokko is recognized for her influential work in architectural education and commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Miscellaneous

fromArchDaily

4 months ago

2024 Best Articles: Architecture's New Voices, Rediscovered Territories, and a Spirit of Shared Knowledge

Communities in 2024 are leveraging local solutions to address ongoing global challenges, focusing on rebuilding and sustainability.

Architectural trends in 2024 emphasize environmentally responsible designs and community-oriented spaces rather than iconic structures.

#puerto-rico

fromTruthout

4 months ago

Left-wing politics

Resurgent Puerto Rico Independence Movement Challenges 126 Years of Colonialism

Juan Dalmau's electoral gains highlight an emerging challenge to Puerto Rico's colonial governance and suggest a shift in political dynamics.

fromtime.com

fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Miscellaneous

The Catch-22 of Puerto Rico's Status Referendum

Puerto Ricans will vote on decolonization options, but only Congress can grant true representation or change their status.

9 months ago

Business

Art Project Currency Lifts Up Popular Struggle against Debt in Puerto Rico - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Puerto Rico's history with currency control reflects long-standing financial colonization struggles.

fromTruthout

4 months ago

Left-wing politics

Resurgent Puerto Rico Independence Movement Challenges 126 Years of Colonialism

Juan Dalmau's electoral gains highlight an emerging challenge to Puerto Rico's colonial governance and suggest a shift in political dynamics.

fromtime.com

fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Miscellaneous

The Catch-22 of Puerto Rico's Status Referendum

Puerto Ricans will vote on decolonization options, but only Congress can grant true representation or change their status.

9 months ago

Business

Art Project Currency Lifts Up Popular Struggle against Debt in Puerto Rico - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Puerto Rico's history with currency control reflects long-standing financial colonization struggles.

more#puerto-rico

Miscellaneous

How Clive of India's 1767 sofa ended up in a British south Asian living room

The project by Nasia Sarwar-Skuse aims to decolonize artifacts by integrating them into a South Asian cultural narrative, creating a space for reflection on colonial legacies.

fromwww.dw.com

Berlin

Berlin inaugurates its first memorial for decolonization DW 11/15/2024

Berlin's first memorial for decolonial resistance, "EarthNest," symbolizes remembrance and dialogue regarding colonial histories and their impact on contemporary society.

UK politics

Britain needs to abandon its delusions of empire giving up the Chagos Islands is a good start | Simon Jenkins

The British empire's legacy complicates relationships with overseas territories, balancing decolonization efforts with ongoing military and economic interests.

philosophy

fromApaonline

7 months ago

An Anarchist Politics of Land: The Importance of Klee Benally

Klee Benally's work examines Indigenous resistance and liberation from colonialism, emphasizing deep engagement with land and existence struggles.

Wine

fromPUNCH

7 months ago

For Maori Winemakers, It's About More Than Just Natural Wine

Māori winemakers are reclaiming ancestral land through decolonized viticulture practices while integrating indigenous philosophies.