Decolonising

/diːˈkɒlənaɪzɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The present participle of decolonise; the ongoing process of removing colonial control and establishing independence (British spelling).

Etymology

Present participle of decolonise. Used in historical and political discussions of the independence process.

Kelly Says

Modern universities use 'decolonising the curriculum' to describe revamping their courses to include non-Western perspectives and indigenous scholars—a way of undoing centuries of educational colonialism.

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