Research Projects
Broad Research Statement
My research centers on race and ethnicity, immigration, transnationalism, identity and belonging, and law and social change. I aim to understand how these themes intersect, particularly for African immigrant communities, as they navigate racial dynamics, inequality, and justice across various global contexts.
Building on this, my future directions will emphasize a commitment to informing broader discussions on racial justice, immigrant integration, and more equitable legal and social policies. By exploring the lived experiences of African immigrant communities in various global contexts, my work aims to illuminate how they respond to, resist, and reshape societal structures of power. My research will influence transnational debates on migration, race, and identity, offering comparative insights that may guide policy frameworks, social theory, and social justice initiatives.
CURRENT RESEARCH PROJECT(S)
“Deracialized Socialization: How First-Generation Nigerian Immigrant Parents Confront and Adapt to U.S. Racialization”
"Navigating Whiteness: African Immigrant Students, Racial Socialization, and Identity Formation at a Predominantly White University"
These projects are supported by:
DISSERTATION PROJECT
"African Immigrants Against Racism: A Comparative Study of Movements Against Racism in the U.S., U.K., West Africa, and Canada"