In Conversation: Decolonial Activism and Islamophobia in France

Houria Bouteldja, a passionate decolonial activist from Algeria, dives into the critical issues of Islamophobia and social justice in France. She reflects on her activism journey since 2004, confronting discrimination and the impact of colonial legacies. The conversation tackles the complexities of laicité and critiques of 'respectable racism.' Houria also highlights the media's sensationalism surrounding Muslim narratives and underscores the vital contributions of Muslim communities, especially during crises like the COVID pandemic.