Xenophobia and Nativism in Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean

This book explores the increasing incidence of xenophobia and nativism in Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean, examining the economic, nationalistic, political, social, cultural, and psychological triggers and offering solutions to aid policy formation and implementation. It argues that Pan-Africanism and unity of purpose among diverse groups in the western hemisphere are still ideals to which Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean can aspire.

Format: Hardback
Length: 296 pages
Publication date: 31 July 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the historical roots and escalating prevalence of xenophobia and nativism across Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. It explores the profound impact of these ideologies on the political stability and social fabric of these regions, offering insightful solutions for policy formation and implementation. Rather than relying on a singular framework, the book adopts a diverse approach, applying individual theories to analyze the intricate connections between xenophobia and nativism in each region.

The book uncovers the multifaceted economic, nationalistic, political, social, cultural, and psychological factors that fuel xenophobia and nativism, emphasizing their profound consequences in an increasingly interconnected and interdependent world. In addition to conducting an individual and comparative analysis of these triggers, the book outlines strategies for reducing or altering them and advocates for the pursuit of Pan-Africanism and unity of purpose among diverse groups in the western hemisphere as ideals that Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean can aspire to.

This book is a valuable resource for academics and scholars engaged in the fields of African history, African Studies, Caribbean and Latin American studies, cultural anthropology, and comparative sociology. It provides a deep understanding of the historical, social, and cultural factors that contribute to xenophobia and nativism, offering valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities facing these regions.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032324869