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[Fanm Djanm Series - Ep. #76]

Nèg Mawon Podcast Apr 30, 2024

[Fanm Djanm Series - Ep. #76] “Empowered Voices: Haitian Women in Academia”. The Personal Journey of Dr. Marlene Daut

1. Did you know that... Dr. Marlene Daut was initially urged to avoid publishing her work about the literature of the Haitian Revolution due to market concerns?

2. Did you know that... institutional biases often impede authors from diverse backgrounds in the publishing world?

3. Did you know that... Dr. Daut prioritizes publishing in spaces that allow for true expression over merely prestigious places?

4. Did you know that... Dr. Daut advocates for dismantling large-scale institutional power rather than striving to obtain it?

5. Did you know that... pregnancy in academia is still met with stigma, as noted by Dr. Daut based on her personal experiences?

6. Did you know that... Dr. Daut advises new academics to be cautious with social academic settings, particularly those involving alcohol and late-night discussions?

7. Did you know that... debates on job security in academia persist, affecting even full professors, especially those who are black?

8. Did you know that... Dr. Daut has faced significant challenges and microaggressions in academia but continues to pursue her passion for Haitian literature and history?

9. Did you know that... Dr. Daut operates onscientiously as a gatekeeper in academic publishing to amplify diverse voices and perspectives?

10. Did you know that... Dr. Daut emphasizes the importance of more dedicated centers and departments for Haitian studies within academia to overcome marginalization?

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