

"Academia is a site of resistance, not liberation" w/ Mohamed Abdou
27 snips May 6, 2024
Dr. Mohamed Abdou discusses academia as a site of resistance, exploring topics like universities' support for capitalism, intersections of faith and anti-colonial struggles, challenges for indigenous sovereignty, and strategies for disrupting settler colonialism. They also talk about student activism, historical ties to indigenous land, and the importance of creating alternative liberation strategies.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
Exploring the Politics of Universities and Knowledge Production
04:10 • 5min
Intersections of Faith, Colonialism, and Anti-Colonial Struggles
08:46 • 8min
Exploring Resistance, Organizing Structures, and Global Significance of Historical Years
17:15 • 4min
Exploring University Histories, Divestment, and Student Activism
21:44 • 3min
Challenges and Strategies for Indigenous Sovereignty and Autonomy
24:15 • 4min
Challenging Settler Colonialism and Misconceptions in Activism
28:29 • 27min
Supporting Youth in the Encampment Movement
55:12 • 16min