The meaning and importance of decolonization – a conversation with Mohamed Barrie (co-founder Black History Month Belgium and AYO)

Decolonization may sound like something ancient to some people, but it is in fact very relevant today. Any organization, government agency or company can have elements in its structure or remaining artefacts from a colonial time. It could be a historical statue in your hallway or a simple word you're used to using in meetings and it's important to be aware of it. That's why in today's episode, our host Hanan Challouki talks to Mohamed Barrie, co-founder of Black History Month Belgium and the African Youth Association (AYO). Mohamed Barrie is driven by his passion for social justice and aims to strengthen, defend, motivate and encourage the resilience of people affected by social disadvantages. He does this through his projects, writing and public speaking. In this episode, we'll discuss what decolonization means, why it's important to work on this topic, but also very practically, what organizations can do to get the decolonization process started. We'll also discuss Mohamed's work for Black History Month and the power of language.Inclusive sources that were mentioned in this episode:Podcast: The Malcolm Effect Video: Olivia Rutazibwa on Zwijgen is geen optieSteve Biko - I write what I like Walter Rodney - How Europe underdeveloped Africa Achille Mbembe - Decolonizing knowledge and the question of the archive Ngugi wa Thiong'o - Decolonising the Mind If you like this episode, feel free to let us know by leaving a review. Do you have any questions or feedback after listening to this episode? Make sure to reach out by sending an email to [email protected].