Feb 26 • 20:00 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil Folha (PT)

USP and Museum of Favelas unite Frantz Fanon's decolonialism with technology in special course

The Museum of Favelas and the University of São Paulo are launching a postgraduate special course on 'Racisms and fundamentalisms in the era of iconomy: Frantz Fanon and the critique of images in digital technologies.'

The Museum of Favelas and the University of São Paulo have opened registrations for a special postgraduate course titled 'Racisms and fundamentalisms in the era of iconomy: Frantz Fanon and the critique of images in digital technologies.' The course aims to explore the themes of digital technology supremacy and the decolonization of identity, drawing on Frantz Fanon's ideas concerning the body, gaze, and self-discovery. Classes are set to begin on March 9 and will be conducted online in the evening, targeting individuals interested in social sciences, philosophy, communication, psychology, and engineering, among other fields. The 120-hour course will be taught remotely, offering flexibility for students. It is designed for those who wish to delve deeper into the impact of digital technologies on society, encouraging critical thought about the intersection of technology, imagery, and racism. An emphasis will be placed on understanding how technologies can perpetuate systemic issues while also considering pathways for decolonial resistance and critiques. Registrations for interested participants will be accepted until February 28, with specific processes outlined for USP students and external participants. As a collaborative initiative, this course not only aims to educate but also to foster discussions on pressing social issues in contemporary Brazil, particularly in relation to the influences of colonial legacies on current societal structures and perceptions.

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