Inaya Folarin Iman on the importance of nuance in judging history

Inaya Folarin Iman discusses the decolonisation movement and its impact on society.
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This was part of a discussion event titled ‘Decolonising the Arts.’ Hosted by the Ujazdowski Contemporary Art Centre in Poland.

Equiano Project Director, Inaya Folarin Iman joined as a guest speaker. The discussion explored the intentions behind the decolonising movement, particularly in the art and cultural sector.

Highlights
The discourse on decolonisation oversimplifies the past, neglecting historical complexities and interactions.
It imposes present-day moral standards on historical figures.
The decolonising discourse prevents the enjoyment and interpretation of artwork, hindering personal conclusions.
Discussions on the return of looted artefacts such as the Benin Bronze, often lack nuance, failing to consider the complex histories of empires involved.
The decolonising discourse perpetuates a singular narrative that undermines human agency and raises the status of Western Europeans.

Full video of the event:
   • Dekolonizacja Sztuki/Decolonising the...  

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