The IAS Residency at UM6P is launching its academic activities with an inaugural conference exploring the theme: “Frantz Fanon and Max Weber in decolonial dialogue: the case of contemporary border policies.”

This thought-provoking event is led by Montassir Sakhi, an anthropologist and IAS resident who also serves as a researcher at KU Leuven. His presentation delves into the intersection of two major intellectual traditions, drawing connections between the works of Frantz Fanon and Max Weber to analyze the complexities of modern border policies.

By engaging these two distinct yet complementary perspectives, Sakhi offers a critical decolonial lens on the challenges posed by contemporary border dynamics and the systems of power that sustain them. His approach bridges disciplines and invites reflection on the broader implications for social sciences and global policy-making.

About the Speaker:

Montassir Sakhi is a distinguished anthropologist whose research focuses on decolonial studies, power structures, and social transformations. At the intersection of anthropology and political theory, his work provides innovative insights into pressing contemporary issues, particularly in the realm of borders and migration.

This inaugural conference marks the beginning of a series of scholarly discussions and events aimed at fostering intellectual exchange and critical thought at the IAS Residency, UM6P.