What's Brown Got To Do With It?

"Shades of Belonging" Where Every Shade of Brown is a Story Worth Sharing: Navigating Colorism in Transnational Spaces with Professor Reena Kukreja

February 26, 2024 Shadia Siddiqui/ Professor Reena Kukreja Season 1 Episode 8
"Shades of Belonging" Where Every Shade of Brown is a Story Worth Sharing: Navigating Colorism in Transnational Spaces with Professor Reena Kukreja
What's Brown Got To Do With It?
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What's Brown Got To Do With It?
"Shades of Belonging" Where Every Shade of Brown is a Story Worth Sharing: Navigating Colorism in Transnational Spaces with Professor Reena Kukreja
Feb 26, 2024 Season 1 Episode 8
Shadia Siddiqui/ Professor Reena Kukreja

In this episode of "What's Brown Got To Do With It?" I dive deep into a crucial conversation with the insightful Professor Reena Kukreja. Join us as we explore the intricate layers of colorism within the South Asian diaspora and its impact on transnational spaces. Professor Kukreja shares her expertise, delving into the historical roots of colorism and its persistence in contemporary society.

Discover the nuances of identity, self-perception, and societal expectations that individuals from the South Asian diaspora face. Through thought-provoking discussions, we navigate the intersections of culture, beauty standards, and the implications of colorism on mental health.

Our goal is to create inclusive spaces for dialogue, understanding, and empowerment so tune in as we unravel the complexities of colorism shedding light on how we can collectively work towards fostering acceptance and celebrating the rich diversity within the South Asian community.

Join us for an enlightening episode that challenges perceptions, sparks conversations, and inspires positive change. This is "What's Brown Got To Do With It?"—where every shade of brown is a story worth sharing.

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In this episode of "What's Brown Got To Do With It?" I dive deep into a crucial conversation with the insightful Professor Reena Kukreja. Join us as we explore the intricate layers of colorism within the South Asian diaspora and its impact on transnational spaces. Professor Kukreja shares her expertise, delving into the historical roots of colorism and its persistence in contemporary society.

Discover the nuances of identity, self-perception, and societal expectations that individuals from the South Asian diaspora face. Through thought-provoking discussions, we navigate the intersections of culture, beauty standards, and the implications of colorism on mental health.

Our goal is to create inclusive spaces for dialogue, understanding, and empowerment so tune in as we unravel the complexities of colorism shedding light on how we can collectively work towards fostering acceptance and celebrating the rich diversity within the South Asian community.

Join us for an enlightening episode that challenges perceptions, sparks conversations, and inspires positive change. This is "What's Brown Got To Do With It?"—where every shade of brown is a story worth sharing.