What is it about?
The article examines how major institutions in Dutch Caribbean Curaçao promoted colonial moral values of "respectability" among African-descendant people and explores the ways in which these values were contested or challenged within the society.
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Why is it important?
This article's exploration of historical, cultural, and social justice themes within post-emancipation contexts is enlightening. It sheds light on how colonial institutions shaped notions of "respectability" among African-descendant communities, deepening our understanding of historical dynamics. These insights are crucial for contemporary discussions on identity and social justice, emphasizing the enduring relevance of past influences on present-day issues.
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I believe this study offers valuable insight into the exploration of historical, cultural, and social justice themes within post-emancipation Dutch Caribbean societies. It enriches our understanding of this unique linguistic area and the historical dynamics that have influenced it. These insights are essential for contemporary discussions on identity and social justice, emphasizing the enduring impact of historical influences on present-day issues. This research contributes significantly to contextualizing and addressing contemporary challenges within the region.
Rose Mary Allen
University of Curacao Dr Moises da Costa Gomez
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This page is a summary of: Contesting Respectability and Sexual Politics in Post-Emancipation Curaçao, April 2024, Brill,
DOI: 10.1163/9789004690882_028.
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