Humanities

An autoethnography of a transformative odyssey: decolonizing anthropology, the hegemony of English, and the pursuit of plurilogies

I. Ali

Discover the compelling autoethnographic journey of Inayat Ali, a Pakistani anthropologist, as he tackles the challenges posed by English language dominance in academia. This insightful exploration highlights the financial obstacles of translation and the struggle for recognition of non-native publications, while introducing the progressive idea of 'plurilogies' to promote linguistic diversity in anthropology.

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Abstract

This autoethnographic account explores the pervasive impacts of English language hegemony in academia, particularly within anthropology. The author, a Pakistani anthropologist, examines the challenges faced by non-native English-speaking scholars, focusing on the financial burdens of translation and the limited acceptance of publications and presentations in native languages. The author introduces the concept of "plurilogies," advocating for the coexistence and acceptance of multiple perspectives and languages within anthropological platforms.

Publisher

Humanities and Social Sciences Communications

Published On

Jun 20, 2024

Authors

Inayat Ali

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