History - Alliance calls for funds to come to terms with colonialism in Bremen
An alliance is calling on the Bremen government and other political representatives to take action in coming to terms with colonialism. "Efforts must go beyond the current symbolic politics," says a letter published on Monday by the Decolonial Network Northwest and academic Norman Aselmeyer from the University of Bremen. Among other things, the senders call on politicians to establish a coordination office for colonial heritage, a cultural and documentation center on colonialism and a research center on colonial history at the University of Bremen.
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- The Decolonial Network Northwest and Professor Norman Aselmeyer from the University of Bremen suggest the establishment of a research center on colonial history as part of their call for addressing colonialism's impact, contributing significantly to historical research.
- The University of Bremen, with its strong academic reputation, could benefit from refurbishment and expansion of its facilities, potentially including the new research center on colonial history, which could further strengthen its position in the field of colonial studies.
- Acknowledging the historical significance of Bremen's involvement in colonialism, the city's universities, such as the University of Bremen, should consider integrating courses on colonial history into their curriculums, ensuring that future generations learn about the past and its consequences.
Source: www.stern.de
