The Zine as Document: Reflections on the Making of "Black GirlHOOD"

• In Event: Onto-Epistemological (In)Justice, Curriculum, and Schooling

Abstract

"Black GirlHOOD" explores the educational experiences of Black girls through a digital zine. This study, rooted in Sylvia Wynter’s "being human as praxis" and Ruth Wilson Gilmore’s "infrastructure of feeling," challenges traditional educational research by incorporating digital artifacts, personal narratives, and creative expressions. Utilizing visual and sonic diptychs, the zine juxtaposes personal childhood images with iconic Black art, creating dialogues between personal and collective histories. Findings highlight the transformative potential of digital curation, emphasizing narrative and discourse in shaping educational experiences. By fostering an inclusive understanding of identity and education, "Black GirlHOOD" advocates for innovative, equitable research methodologies.

Author

• Gabrielle M. Warren, University of Toronto - OISE