Dissertations, Theses, and Capstone Projects
Date of Degree
5-2019
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
M.A.
Program
Liberal Studies
Advisor
Erica Chito Childs
Subject Categories
Family, Life Course, and Society | Race and Ethnicity | Sociology of Culture
Keywords
Colorism, Race Studies, Anti-Haitianism, Dominican Republic, Eurocentricity, Identity
Abstract
Colorism has been perpetuated in Dominican culture across generations. That along with a colonial mentality has shaped the racial identity and ideologies of their people. I explore what historical and societal factors play into identity in Dominican women. Additionally, I delve into the history of blackness on the island of Hispañola and how it has led to the perpetuation of colorism. I show how this perpetuation influences the racial self-identity of Dominican women through different forms of media and culture.
Recommended Citation
Hernandez, Christine, "Navigating Colorism and Racial Identity in Dominican Women" (2019). CUNY Academic Works.
https://academicworks.cuny.edu/gc_etds/3143
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