How British Colonialism Created Division Between Creoles and Garifuna People in Belize
In this episode, our guest Nehanda explains how colonial powers often used differences in language, culture, religion and social status to create separation between Black communities.
Although Creole and Garifuna people both have strong African roots, their different historical experiences under British colonial rule contributed to misunderstandings, stereotypes and divisions that can still affect relationships between the communities today.
Nehanda also speaks about the importance of learning African and Black history. When people do not understand where they come from or how colonial systems were designed, they may begin to accept negative ideas about their own people.
This is where internalized racism comes in. It can cause Black people to distance themselves from their identity, look down on other Black communities or believe that one Black culture is better than another.
Understanding our history helps us recognize these patterns, challenge them and stop passing them on to future generations.
Watch the full episode, “Why Black People Must Tell Their Own Stories,” on YouTube via Onlyfacts Studio.
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