Decolonised Transformations Inaugural Event: Recapitulation In this issue Key notes from the Introductory panel Research fellows and Engagement officer External Community Representatives Thematic takeaways from the roundtable discussions More on the inaugural event Event slides Moving forward Key Notes from the Introductory Panel Greetings reader, On 22 April 2023, the […]
DTA_Correcting Our Collecting Bespoke Edinburgh Group
In 1905 the Edinburgh-trained anatomist Dr Richard Berry (1867-1962) left Scotland to take up his duties as Professor of Anatomy at the University of Melbourne (est. 1853). Inspired by Edinburgh’s Anatomical Museum, Berry began to develop Melbourne’s own ‘collection’ of human remains – including those belonging to Indigenous Australians. The Edinburgh Medical School alumnus […]
Researchers on the UoE and the Question of Palestine Dr Shaira Vadasaria Shaira Vadasaria in a lecturer in sociology of race and decolonial studies in the School of Social and Political Science. Prior to joining UoE, she held an Assistant Professorship appointment at Al-Quds University, Bard College, Palestine (2016-2019) and a Visiting Professorship […]
In collaboration with the African Caribbean Medical Society, Black Women in Edinburgh, African Caribbean Society and BAME Liberation Officer, this discussion aims to explore the emerging recommendations coming from the Decolonised Transformations Project with current students, aiming to ascertain student’s perceptions of the feasibility of the recommendations on their academic experiences. The event will provide […]
We look forward to connecting with members of the community, students and staff at our upcoming Decolonised Transformations Research Showcase. With just two months remaining until we share our recommendations with the University Executive, your insights and feedback will be invaluable in ensuring that our recommendations continue to reflect a diverse range of perspectives and […]
Decolonised Transformations: Confronting the UoE’s Legacies of Enslavement and Colonialism March 2024 Co-authored by the Co-Chairs of the REWG, Tommy Curry and Nicola Frith, in collaboration with REWG members, including Kobina Amokwandoh, Ebo Anyebe, Vansh Bali, Obasanjo Bolarinwa, Simon Buck, Silence Chihuri, Kevin Donovan, Zaki El-Salahi, Omolabake Fakunle, Daryl Green, Roger Jeffery, Nini Kerr, Samantha […]
Question 1: What is the difference between a crime against humanity and genocide? After World War II, two new concepts were introduced into international law: crimes against humanity and genocide. These are distinct legal concepts. Crimes against humanity refer to ‘specific crimes committed in the context of a large-scale attack targeting civilians, regardless of […]
Playfair Library, University of Edinburgh 22 April 2023 This post summarises the key themes raised by people during the roundtable sessions at the REWG’s launch event on 22 April 2023. UoE = University of Edinburgh CoRJI = community of reparatory justice interest Point 1: Addressing power imbalances between the UoE and […]
Race, Empire and the Edinburgh Medical School conference, University of Edinburgh Event date: Thursday 18 April to Friday 19 April Time: 09:00 – 17:30 Location: Research Suite, Centre for Research Collections, 6th Floor, Main Library, University of Edinburgh, 30 George Square, Edinburgh, EH8 9LJ. This two-day international conference (online and in-person) brings together historians, heritage professionals and other researchers […]
This post shares information regarding the second community engagement theme, exploring community perspectives on a cultural space. Aim: To gain resource to provide a dedicated cultural space specifically for the use of communities from racially minoritised backgrounds as an integrated part of a new research centre focusing on different racisms, legacies of slavery and […]
