Emancipation is a collective effort from "summary" of Pedagogy of the Oppressed by Paulo Freire
Emancipation, as a process of liberation from oppression, cannot be achieved by individuals acting alone. It requires a collective effort, a coming together of oppressed individuals to challenge the oppressive structures that keep them subjugated. The oppressor, by nature, seeks to divide and conquer, to pit the oppressed against each other in order to maintain their power and control. Therefore, unity among the oppressed is essential in the fight for emancipation. This collective effort involves a shared understanding of the oppressive mechanisms at play and a commitment to dismantling them together. It requires solidarity and mutual support, as well as a recognition of the interconnectedness of different forms of oppression. Emancipation is not a solitary journey but...
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