African Studies Research Group, Brunel

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The African Studies Research Group at Brunel University of London describes itself as a multi-disciplinary group that takes a broad view of African Studies and includes those whose work relates to the cultures and societies of the African diaspora. Its stated research covers issues relating to development, law, the history and legacies of colonialism on the continent, conflict, identity and social movements.

The group says it provides both formal and informal mechanisms for promoting collaborations and dialogue between Brunel academics engaged in the study of Africa, and reports that these include a research seminar series, a mentoring scheme and informal networking lunches. Its listed research projects cover frontier development in Africa (with northern Kenya as the case study), memorials to the British empire in Britain, Sierra Leone and Zimbabwe, Black beauty practices in Britain since 1948, and the youth and women's movements against apartheid in South Africa.

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Brunel University, Uxbridge and London
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