From Promise to Pitfall: Rethinking the Role of Postcolonial Theory in Intercultural Communication—Insights from Decolonizing Global Health Discourse
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Key Points
Postcolonial theory highlights power imbalances in intercultural communication, yet actual change remains limited.
Despite the promising theoretical insights of postcolonial thought, the discourse around decolonization often feels symbolic and lacks depth.
The analysis centers on the intersection of postcolonial theory and global health, particularly in the context of COVID-19 as a pivotal moment.
Emphasizing the need for effective engagement with postcolonial theory, this discussion points to vital implications for future intercultural communication research.
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Implication
Discussion reveals shortcomings in structural change in global health, suggesting postcolonial theory needs transformative engagement.