coloniality of knowledge

Coloniality of knowledge refers to the ongoing dominance of Western ways of understanding and valuing knowledge, which often marginalizes or ignores other cultural perspectives. It highlights how historical colonial patterns continue to shape which ideas are considered valid, authoritative, or legitimate, reinforcing power imbalances. This concept encourages recognizing diverse ways of knowing, such as indigenous or local knowledge systems, and challenges the idea that Western perspectives are universally applicable, promoting a more inclusive and equitable approach to knowledge production.