Building meeting grounds between the Global South and North: how do we move away from neo-colonial geoscience research structures
Co-organized by EOS4/BG1/GM13
Thu, 18 Apr, 12:45–13:45 (CEST) Room 1.15/16
Thu, 12:45
Building on an EGU2023 short course and Great Debate, here we propose a more informal session to provide participants with an introduction to the colonial background of geosciences, defining the terminology and outlining efforts to decolonize geosciences. Our goal is to raise awareness among the EGU members who may unintentionally be part of neo-colonial research practices and open up a space to discuss solutions. We also aim to open up the discussion for geoscientists on the receiving end of such practices to share stories, ideas and experiences to build a more inclusive, responsive community of practice.
Speakers
- Andriantsilavo Hery Isandratana Razafimanantsoa, Cape Town, South Africa
- Sudheer Kumar Tiwari
- Maria Ansine Jensen, University Centre in Svalbard - UNIS, Norway