Reading Club: The Case for Decolonising Philosophy

Article:
The case for decolonising philosophy - What if SOAS students have a point?
https://unherd.com/2024/06/the-case-for-decolonising-philosophy/

Bonus Reading:
The SOAS Decolonising Philosophy Curriculum Toolkit
https://www.soas.ac.uk/sites/default/files/2024-09/Toolkit%20version.pdf

Do you think that the academic discipline of philosophy should be decolonised? Read this article and let's discuss. If weather is nice, we can sit on the patio. Feel free to bring food or drinks to share.

READING IS MANDATORY
It's a short article that can be read in under 15 minutes. All participants are expected to read the posted link before attending. Reading the bonus article is optional.

RSVP Required
This event is for members who have (1) been accepted into the group, and (2) RSVPed to the event. Please do not show up unannounced. If you absolutely wish to drop in, please DM me (Geoff) to confirm.

Ideals
We are committed to having thoughtful, and kind discussions about important political, philosophical and societal topics. Please join us in the spirit of curiosity, empathy, open-mindedness. We are here to share ideas, listen, make connections and expand our intellectual horizons.

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Admission
Admission is free.

Latecomers
Latecomers are welcome but if you arrive late, you will miss introductions.