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Diaspora Diaries Episode 6 - African is Cool: Valorising Cultural Heritage

Diaspora Diaries Episode 6 - African is Cool: Valorising Cultural Heritage

Update: 2025-06-20
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Stephanie discusses the valorisation of cultural heritage within the African diaspora, noting a shift in societal perception post-2020. She highlights the commodification of cultural pride by businesses and the rise of Afrobeats and other African music globally. Stephanie references the reinterpretation of cultural symbols like the Union Jack and the importance of authenticity in branding. Stephanie emphasises the fluidity of culture and the need to resist simplistic representations, concluding with her personal embrace of cultural heritage through wearing cornrows.
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Diaspora Diaries Episode 6 - African is Cool: Valorising Cultural Heritage

Diaspora Diaries Episode 6 - African is Cool: Valorising Cultural Heritage

UCL Institute of Advanced Studies