African-Caribbean Women Interrogating Diaspora/Post-Diaspora

This anthology explores the experiences of African-Caribbean women in the diaspora through a range of disciplines, including visual art, auto-ethnography, and socio-cultural and literary analyses. It emphasizes gender and the experiences of women in migration, community formation, and resistance, and investigates the potential of post-diaspora concepts to address the complexity of the diasporic experience. The chapters were originally published as a special issue of the journal African and Black Diaspora.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 132 pages
Publication date: 29 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This captivating anthology emerged as a compilation of papers presented at a thought-provoking conference held in London in July 2018, titled "Caribbean Women (Post) Diaspora: African-Caribbean Interconnections." The chapters delve into profound themes of women's agency and the transformative power unleashed by the experiences of migration, as well as the vibrant networks and communities formed by African-Caribbean women in diasporic spaces. Spanning a diverse range of disciplines, including the study of visual art, auto-ethnographic analysis, and socio-cultural and literary analyses, this anthology offers a comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted tapestry of the African-Caribbean diaspora. At its core, this collection emphasizes the centrality of gender, particularly the experiences of women, in the intricate processes of migration, community formation, and resistance. By delving into concepts of diaspora and post-diaspora, the book embarks on a profound investigation into the potential of these theoretical frameworks to unravel the intricate complexities of the diasporic experience. The concept of post-diaspora has gained prominence in recent scholarship as a response to the evolving challenges to traditional notions of diaspora brought forth by the rapid pace of globalization and the rise of transnationalism. Like transnationalism, post-diaspora highlights the fluidity of the migration process, where post-diasporic identities emerge from the dynamic interplay between intra- and international communities.

The chapters included in this anthology were originally published as a special issue of the esteemed journal "African and Black Diaspora," further amplifying the reach and impact of this scholarly work. This anthology serves as a testament to the rich and diverse narratives of the African-Caribbean diaspora, shedding light on the experiences, struggles, and triumphs of women who have traversed borders and continents. It is a valuable resource for researchers, scholars, and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of identity, culture, and migration within this vibrant community.

Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367726140