Discover race, class, and gender dynamics in Mexican and Colombian cities through their history and activisms. Understand the right to the city and its connection to power dynamics.
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How are race and class connected in the development of a city? How are the dynamics of gender, race, and class present in the way a city is constructed and planned? These are some of the questions that this course will address, focusing on two Latin American cities: Cali, Colombia and Oaxaca, Mexico. The course will examine the urban history of these cities and the systems of power that operate in them. It will also explore how power dynamics around race, class and gender are present in the cities and what it means the right to the city.
What will we cover?
- Introduction to definitions of space and place
- Intersections of race, class and gender in Latin America
- Racial and class segregation
- The right to the city
- Urban inequality
- Neighbourhood organization.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
- Grasp the fundamental ideas around space, place, race, class, and gender
- Reflect on the role of city urban planning in segregating communities of colour
- Define and apply the principles of the right to the city in the Latin American context and beyond
- Utilize theories of space and urban studies to analyse contemporary issues
- Develop a critical mindset about the city, space, and racial/class segregation.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This course is suitable both for newcomers to the subject and for those who have some background knowledge. You will need a good grasp of English to keep up with the course. An ability and willingness to explore relevant shared resources will increase what you get out of the course.
However, as with most of our history, politics and current affairs courses, an open mind and a respectful willingness to listen to and think about views with which you do not always agree are more important than specific levels of skills.
Given the sensitive nature of some of the topics the course will explore, we also expect everyone to engage group and class discussions with respect and the willingness to learn from others.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
This module will be highly interactive, prioritizing group discussions and student participation, encouraging them to connect with their prior knowledge. A wide range of resources will be used, such as music videos, photography, documentaries, relevant text extracts, and similar materials.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
No additional costs, but you may wish to bring a notepad and pen or digital equivalent for note taking.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Your tutor will share their courses with you but please also explore our politics section for additional courses.
Pilar Villanueva-Martinez is a Ph.D. Candidate in Latin American Cultural Studies at the University of Texas at Austin. With over eight years of experience in education, Pilar has become a specialist in teaching courses on Latin American cultures, history, social movements, music, and literature. In addition, she has taught Spanish courses catering to beginners, intermediates, and advanced learners at esteemed institutions like Bucknell University and the University of Texas at Austin. Moreover, she has extended her expertise to various community-engaged organizations, including the Biblioteca del Bicentenario and Casa Cultural el Chontaduro in Colombia. She is also the founder and editor of the Latin American magazine Zánganos, dedicated to disseminating arts, cultures, and activism from the region.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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- Intersections of race, class and gender in Latin America<br />
- Racial and class segregation <br />
- The right to the city <br />
- Urban inequality <br />
- Neighbourhood organization.- Grasp the fundamental ideas around space, place, race, class, and gender<br />
- Reflect on the role of city urban planning in segregating communities of colour <br />
- Define and apply the principles of the right to the city in the Latin American context and beyond<br />
- Utilize theories of space and urban studies to analyse contemporary issues <br />
- Develop a critical mindset about the city, space, and racial/class segregation.This course is suitable both for newcomers to the subject and for those who have some background knowledge. You will need a good grasp of English to keep up with the course. An ability and willingness to explore relevant shared resources will increase what you get out of the course.<br />
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However, as with most of our history, politics and current affairs courses, an open mind and a respectful willingness to listen to and think about views with which you do not always agree are more important than specific levels of skills.<br />
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Given the sensitive nature of some of the topics the course will explore, we also expect everyone to engage group and class discussions with respect and the willingness to learn from others.This module will be highly interactive, prioritizing group discussions and student participation, encouraging them to connect with their prior knowledge. A wide range of resources will be used, such as music videos, photography, documentaries, relevant text extracts, and similar materials.No additional costs, but you may wish to bring a notepad and pen or digital equivalent for note taking.Your tutor will share their courses with you but please also explore our politics section for additional courses.Politics & economicsGlobal & regional politicsvirtual696945HPC272NONEWed15/04/26 - 29/04/2618:30 - 20:3018:3020:303 sessions (over 3 weeks)31 to 4 weeksEveningWeekdayOnlineOnlinePilar Villanueva MartinezAvailable courses2026-04-15T00:00:00+00:00Apr 2026Culture, history & humanities6969Race in urban Colombia and Mexicorace-in-urban-colombia-and-mexico/hpc272-2526Discover race, class, and gender dynamics in Mexican and Colombian cities through their history and activisms. Understand the right to the city and its connection to power dynamics.0000-Available|2026-04-15 00:00:00How are race and class connected in the development of a city? How are the dynamics of gender, race, and class present in the way a city is constructed and planned? These are some of the questions that this course will address, focusing on two Latin American cities: Cali, Colombia and Oaxaca, Mexico. The course will examine the urban history of these cities and the systems of power that operate in them. It will also explore how power dynamics around race, class and gender are present in the cities and what it means the right to the city.Discover race, class, and gender dynamics in Mexican and Colombian cities through their history and activisms. Understand the right to the city and its connection to power dynamics.- Introduction to definitions of space and place <br />
- Intersections of race, class and gender in Latin America<br />
- Racial and class segregation <br />
- The right to the city <br />
- Urban inequality <br />
- Neighbourhood organization.- Grasp the fundamental ideas around space, place, race, class, and gender<br />
- Reflect on the role of city urban planning in segregating communities of colour <br />
- Define and apply the principles of the right to the city in the Latin American context and beyond<br />
- Utilize theories of space and urban studies to analyse contemporary issues <br />
- Develop a critical mindset about the city, space, and racial/class segregation.This course is suitable both for newcomers to the subject and for those who have some background knowledge. You will need a good grasp of English to keep up with the course. An ability and willingness to explore relevant shared resources will increase what you get out of the course.<br />
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However, as with most of our history, politics and current affairs courses, an open mind and a respectful willingness to listen to and think about views with which you do not always agree are more important than specific levels of skills.<br />
<br />
Given the sensitive nature of some of the topics the course will explore, we also expect everyone to engage group and class discussions with respect and the willingness to learn from others.This module will be highly interactive, prioritizing group discussions and student participation, encouraging them to connect with their prior knowledge. A wide range of resources will be used, such as music videos, photography, documentaries, relevant text extracts, and similar materials.No additional costs, but you may wish to bring a notepad and pen or digital equivalent for note taking.Your tutor will share their courses with you but please also explore our politics section for additional courses.Politics & economicsGlobal & regional politicsconfigurable
