Antiracist Research and Policy Center at American University

Antiracist Research and Policy Center at American University ARPC is an interdisciplinary hub for the research and practice of racial justice and liberation.

Our Mission: ARPC is an interdisciplinary hub for the research and practice of racial justice and intersectional liberation. We convene scholars, educators, community-based changemakers, cultural workers, and policy advocates in sustainable and equitable racial justice collaborations. We generate critical knowledge around race, power, and difference and forge shared tools and resources for social change. Account owned + operated out of American University according to university social media policy:https://www.american.edu/policies/marketing-communications/upload/social-media-policy.pdf

07/28/2026

What are some of the biggest misconceptions about refugees and migration?

In this ARPC Faculty & Affiliate Interview, Dr. Tazreena Sajjad discusses common misconceptions about refugees and migration, offering thoughtful perspectives that encourage a deeper understanding of the experiences of displaced communities around the world.

ARPC Interview Series
American University Antiracist Research & Policy Center

07/28/2026

What key insights can help us better understand migration and displacement?

In this ARPC Faculty & Affiliate Interview, Dr. Tazreena Sajjad discusses key insights and emerging patterns from her research on migration and displacement, highlighting the social, political, and historical forces that shape the experiences of displaced communities.

ARPC Interview Series
American University Antiracist Research & Policy Center

07/27/2026

How do refugee containment policies shape the lives of displaced communities?

In Part 2 of the ARPC Faculty & Affiliate Interview Series, Dr. Tazreena Sajjad discusses refugee containment in Bangladesh, the experiences of the Rohingya, and how government policies influence displacement in the Global South.

Presented by the Antiracist Research & Policy Center at American University.

07/27/2026

How does research help us better understand migration and displacement?

In this ARPC Faculty & Affiliate Interview, Dr. Tazreena Sajjad discusses her current research on migration, displacement, and the global forces shaping the experiences of displaced communities.

ARPC Interview Series
American University Antiracist Research & Policy Center

07/10/2026

What does it mean to learn from a dance community?

In this closing segment from the ARPC Faculty & Affiliate Interview Series, Dr. Omi Davis-Smith shares her thoughts on the importance of being part of the communities where dance is practiced. She reflects on how community relationships and lived experiences inform the development of dance curricula and deepen our understanding of dance traditions in West Africa.

Presented by the Antiracist Research & Policy Center at American University.

07/10/2026

What is Awòdá, and how does it connect to contemporary African dance?

In this conversation from the ARPC Faculty & Affiliate Interview Series, Dr. Omi Davis-Smith discusses Awòdá and its relationship to African dance, culture, and contemporary movement practices.

Presented by the Antiracist Research & Policy Center at American University.

07/09/2026

How does dance shape our understanding of culture and identity?

In this conversation from the ARPC Faculty & Affiliate Interview Series, Dr. Omi Davis-Smith discusses the relationship between dance, cultural identity, and the ways movement carries meaning across communities and generations.

Presented by the Antiracist Research & Policy Center at American University.

07/08/2026

What can contemporary African dance reveal about culture, identity, and history?

In this conversation from the ARPC Faculty & Affiliate Interview Series, Dr. Omi Davis-Smith discusses her current research and the role of contemporary African dance in understanding cultural expression and power.

Presented by the Antiracist Research & Policy Center at American University.

07/01/2026

What might a more equitable future look like for food systems, agriculture, and public policy?

In this closing segment from the ARPC Faculty & Affiliate Interview Series, Dr. Garrett Graddy-Lovelace discusses the path forward and the importance of continued public dialogue around food justice, community impact, and systemic change.

Presented by the Antiracist Research & Policy Center at American University.

06/30/2026

How does public policy affect communities in everyday life?

In this conversation from the ARPC Faculty & Affiliate Interview Series, Dr. Garrett Graddy-Lovelace reflects on the relationship between food policy, agriculture, and the lived experiences of communities across the United States.

Presented by the Antiracist Research & Policy Center at American University.

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