Black Transnationalism

This seminar explores the complex dynamics of Black transnationalism during the twentieth century, focusing on the global visions; transnational activities; and transracial political alliances of people of African descent worldwide. The course highlights several key areas of inquiry including the role of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, nationality, class and sexuality in shaping Black transnational movements and discourses. It also explores the connections between Black transnationalism and other philosophies including Pan-Africanism, Black nationalism, and cosmopolitanism. Course readings will represent a combination of primary and secondary sources that reflect the geographical breadth of the African Diaspora including Africa, the Americas, and Europe.