Writing to Create, Mend, and Rebel: Three Reflections on Journaling as Escrevivência for Afro-Brazilian Public University Students During COVID-19.

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Title: Writing to Create, Mend, and Rebel: Three Reflections on Journaling as Escrevivência for Afro-Brazilian Public University Students During COVID-19.
Authors: da Silva, Renan Vicente, Alves, Carlos Eduardo Assunção, Montenario, Mayana Ribeiro, Murray, Laura Rebecca
Source: Culture, Medicine & Psychiatry. Mar2024, Vol. 48 Issue 1, p123-132. 10p.
Subjects: COVID-19 pandemic, College students, Institutional racism, Race discrimination, Imperialism, Violence
Abstract: The article explores the use of journaling, termed "escrevivência," among Afro-Brazilian public university students during COVID-19. It highlights their experiences of neglect, structural racism, and government denialism, discussing their use of writing as a tool for rebellion and healing. Topics include the impact of the pandemic on marginalized communities, self-discovery through journaling, and the importance of amplifying non-white voices in combating colonial violence.
Database: Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection
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Abstract:The article explores the use of journaling, termed "escrevivência," among Afro-Brazilian public university students during COVID-19. It highlights their experiences of neglect, structural racism, and government denialism, discussing their use of writing as a tool for rebellion and healing. Topics include the impact of the pandemic on marginalized communities, self-discovery through journaling, and the importance of amplifying non-white voices in combating colonial violence.
ISSN:0165005X
DOI:10.1007/s11013-024-09849-5