Layla Brown

Assistant Professor of Cultural Anthropology & Africana Studies. Her research focuses on Pan-African, Socialist, and Feminist social movements.

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Apr 3, 2025 • 2h 16min

African Revolutions and Decolonization: Intro to Pan-Africanism (Guerrilla History)

Join Layla Brown, an Assistant Professor specializing in Pan-African, Socialist, and Feminist movements, and Jacquie Luqman, a radical activist and journalist, as they dive deep into Pan-Africanism. They discuss its historical roots and modern relevance, emphasizing gender equality and collective identity among African people. The conversation touches on the evolution of Pan-African thought, decolonization efforts, and the interconnectedness of liberation movements, with reflections on Haiti's legacy and the resurgence of youth-driven Pan-Africanism in the Sahel.

Oct 5, 2023 • 1h 26min

Episode 2 - Why coloniality? Plural approaches to big buzzwords with Layla Brown & Filiberto Penados

Exploring the complexities of coloniality, decoloniality, and power dynamics with guest speakers. Redefining violence through a decolonial lens and highlighting the impact of coloniality on shaping attitudes. Navigating activism and academia in policy spaces, sharing personal experiences. Challenges in scaling initiatives and policy-making, reflecting on political disillusionment. Redefining peace and conflict in Latin America post-2005, emphasizing maintaining hope amidst limitations.