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Biographical-poetic journeys: A conversation with Yeison F. García López.
- Source :
- Cultural Dynamics; Feb/May2024, Vol. 36 Issue 1/2, p163-202, 40p
- Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- Inspired by W. E. B. Du Bois's notion of double consciousness, Yeison F. García López assumes multiple identities: Afro-Colombian and Afro-Spanish. This multiplicity allows García López to assert a politically active citizenship, articulated through his migrant journey, his Afro-descendant and Colombian heritage, and his connection with Madrid society. This conversation delves into how García López's body of work as a poet, theorist, activist, and cultural agent contributes to an emerging Spanish, global, and transatlantic LatinX Latinity (LatinXness) from the Spanish capital. Overall, García López's efforts shine a spotlight on Spain's present-day plurality, highlighting the contributions of Africans and Afro-descendant people. He establishes connections among migrant communities of Latin American, Afro-descendant, and Asian origin as well as migrants from Eastern Europe descent, and Roma people and subverts Eurocentrism, colonialism, and white supremacy. García López's publications and cultural initiatives serve as a platform to amplify the voices of Madrid's migrant and racialized people, promoting culture as a form of resistance, healing, and empowerment. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 09213740
- Volume :
- 36
- Issue :
- 1/2
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Cultural Dynamics
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 177117908
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1177/09213740231223815