Adom Getachew
Political theorist whose research interests include the history of political thought, theories of race and empire, and postcolonial political theory. Her work focuses on the intellectual and political histories of Africa and the Caribbean.
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Mar 25, 2024 • 1h 12min
Imagining a New Left Internationalism Outside the Legacies of the Settler State
Critical political theorists Adom Getachew and Ayça Çubukçu discuss the colonial history of the international system, resistance strategies by marginalized groups, reimagining left internationalism beyond nation-states, challenges of settler colonialism, and promoting global solidarity through non-state-centric organizing and inclusive translations.
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Dec 14, 2020 • 1h
A Political History of Self-Determination in Adom Getachew's Worldmaking after Empire
In this discussion, Adom Getachew, a political theorist focusing on race, empire, and postcolonial thought, delves into her book, Worldmaking after Empire. She examines the historical context of self-determination, linking it to anti-colonial movements and the complexities of neo-imperialism. Getachew shares insights on key figures like W.E.B. Du Bois and Julius Nyerere, critiques the paradoxes of inclusion within modern frameworks, and introduces her concept of "unequal integration," urging a reevaluation of justice and equity in today's society.
Mar 2, 2024 • 52min
Decolonizing the Mind
Exploring the impact of colonization on Africa, focusing on unraveling cultural erasure and reclaiming identity. Discussions on decolonizing education, literature, and language. Interviews with experts on unlearning the colonial mindset and embracing African heritage. Reckoning with history, resistance through literature, and the struggle to publish in native languages. Insights on the paradox of studying English literature in a colonized world.
