Ruth J. Simmons Center for the Study of Slavery and Justice
Race, Slavery, Colonialism and Capitalism
This new research cluster explores the way that race, slavery, and colonialism have shaped global capitalism. This is a three year project that is co-led by he Simmons Center and the International Institute of Social History (Amsterdam).
This research cluster is reshaping scholar’s understanding of the history and growth of capitalism and will bring together the best scholars in the world. This is a three year project that is co-led by the Simmons Center and the International Institute of Social History (Amsterdam).
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2023 Annual Report Update on Race, Slavery, Colonialism and Capitalism Research Cluster
In a joint project with the International Institute of Social History, the Cluster unites scholars from across continents. Since 2021, the group has met in Amsterdam and Jamaica to examine racial capitalism, colonial rule, and slavery’s lasting impact, fostering global discussions on these interconnected histories.
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