PhD. holder, assistant Professor at the Institute of Intercultural Studies, Jagiellonian University in Cracow, works in the Critical Heritage Studies Hub's flagship project. A graduate of religious studies and comparative literature - she completed her master's and bachelor's degrees in both disciplines.
She received her doctoral degree in literary studies with a specialization in literary comparative studies in 2021 on the basis of her dissertation "The Presence of the Myth of 'Flying Africans' in the Postcolonial Novel of the 20th and 21st Centuries."
A member of the African Literature Association, the Comparative Literature Association and the Association for the Study of Worldwide African Diaspora, she is on the staff of the Jagiellonian Center for African Studies.
In 2022, together with Dr. Natalia Zawiejska, she received funding for an international research group under the grant "Mapping the Public Space of Gender and LGBTQ+ Mobilizations in Angola. A Research Agenda."
She specializes in myth studies, postcolonial comparative studies and black studies. Her current research focuses on Polish heritage in Haiti, Afrofuturism and queer West African literature.
She teaches Black Atlantic literature at the Institute of Intercultural Studies at Jagiellonian University.
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The main aim of the Jagiellonian Centre for African Studies is the organization aims to initiate, organize, and coordinate diverse scientific endeavors in interdisciplinary research on Africa and its people, while also fostering research and educational initiatives centered on the continent. This mission is achieved through conducting research, publishing relevant works, arranging lectures, seminars, conferences, and summer schools, as well as providing expertise and analysis on Africa's political landscape. Additionally, cultural events, including screenings and exhibitions focused on Africa, are organized to further enrich understanding and appreciation.
Member since 2022.
The African Literature Association, an autonomous nonprofit organization, invites scholars, educators, and writers worldwide to join its ranks. Its core mission is to foster global appreciation for the endeavors of African writers and artists. Embracing all contributors to our field of study, the association seeks constructive engagement between scholars and artists. Additionally, the ALA upholds the pivotal role of African communities in shaping the trajectory of African literature and stands in solidarity with their quest for liberation.
Member since 2014.
ASWAD, a non-profit organization comprised of global scholars, aims to deepen understanding of Africa and the African Diaspora. This mission is pursued through conferences, symposia, and publications, with a commitment to engaging students and the broader community. All individuals sharing these interests are invited to join ASWAD, gaining access to updates on association activities and initiatives, as well as eligibility to partake in conferences and governance.
Member since 2014.
Website of Association For The Study Of The Worldwide African Diaspora
The Association champions literary exploration across linguistic and national divides, cultural realms, disciplinary boundaries, and theoretical perspectives, embracing diverse genres, historical epochs, and mediums. Its expansive comparative approach encompasses investigations into various areas of divergence, such as race, gender, sexuality, class, ethnicity, and religion, within both textual and real-world contexts. Inclusivity is a core value, welcoming all those with scholarly pursuits in comparative literature, including writers and artists, while actively encouraging involvement from graduate students and emerging academics.
Member since 2016.
