Johanna Lukáte
Research group leader at the Max Planck Institute for the Study of Religious and Ethnic Diversity, specializing in social identity, embodiment, and Black diasporic experiences; author of (Dis)Entangled: Black Hair, Race, and Identity (Coronet, 2025).
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Jan 16, 2026 • 46min
Johanna Lukate, "(Dis)Entangled: Black Hair, Race, and Identity" (Coronet, 2025)
Johanna Lukáte, a research leader at the Max Planck Institute, dives into the profound connection between Black hair and identity. She explores how hair communicates social meanings tied to race, gender, and beauty. Through personal stories and ethnographic research, Johanna highlights issues like the stigma of natural hair in professional settings and the intimate rituals in family hair care. Additionally, she discusses access to swimming and the impact of dominant beauty standards on visibility and power. Every strand weaves a unique narrative.
Jan 16, 2026 • 46min
Johanna Lukate, "(Dis)Entangled: Black Hair, Race, and Identity" (Coronet, 2025)
Johanna Lukáte, a research group leader at the Max Planck Institute, explores the intricate relationship between Black hair and identity in her upcoming book. She discusses how hair serves as a powerful storyteller of race, gender, and beauty ideals. The conversation touches on the natural hair movement's impact, comparative studies between England and Germany, and how hair choices are influenced by family and romantic relationships. Johanna highlights surprising revelations and emphasizes that everyone carries a meaningful hair story, weaving together personal narratives and societal structures.
