جسور المعرفة
Volume 10, Numéro 1, Pages 478-489
2024-03-31

Shades Of Blackness: Diverse Perspectives On Africanness In African American Communities

Authors : Gafour Zahra Ines . Hanifi Aissa .

Abstract

This article delves into the rich tapestry of identity within African American communities, shedding light on the diverse perspectives that shape the nuanced concept of Africanness. In exploring the multifaceted dimensions of Blackness, individuals within these communities navigate a spectrum of ancestral ties to Africa, contributing to a mosaic of identities. From those with direct connections to the continent to those with varied diasporic experiences, the article examines how these diverse perspectives influence self-perception and community cohesion. By acknowledging and celebrating the array of experiences and attitudes towards Africanness, this exploration contributes to a deeper understanding of the complex, evolving nature of identity within African American communities.

Keywords

Africaness ; Blackness ; diasporic experiences ; self-perception ; identity nuances