Humanitarianism in Africa

3 Credits · Level: Undergraduate

This course seeks to broaden students’ understanding of the history, practices, and agenda of humanitarian organizations in Africa. We will critically analyze how humanitarian interventions have impacted the lives of Africans over the past two hundred years. Particular attention will be given to the ways in which Africans have actively shaped the outcomes of these interventions. Topic examined include anti-slavery movements, missionary Christianity, Muslim charity organizations, economic and military aids. Assigned texts include primary and secondary sources from a range of disciplinary perspectives.