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Diana Valencia-Duarte is a Lecturer in the History of the Global South at Aberystwyth University, affiliated with the Department of History and Welsh History. Her work bridges historical scholarship with social activism, particularly focused on Colombia and the Global South.
Her research centers on the intersections of economic systems, territoriality, and knowledge production, with a strong commitment to scholar-activism and the coproduction of knowledge with marginalized communities. Key themes include representation, bureaucratic structures in research, and the politics of historical truth.
The recent publication in Rethinking History (2023) exemplifies her engagement with how research economies in Colombia shape historical narratives. Her work consistently addresses power dynamics in knowledge creation and advocates for inclusive, community-driven methodologies.
- Colombian History
- Economic Systems
- Knowledge Coproduction
- Scholar-Activism
- Migration Studies
- Representation and Truth
Diana actively contributes to academic discourse through organizing and participating in conferences and workshops. Notable activities include the event 'Two mountains became one: Dialogue of knowledges' (2024) and co-organizing 'In our own words, sounds and images: stories of migration in a multi-ethnic Wales' (2025), highlighting her dedication to amplifying diverse voices.
She is involved in collaborative research, as seen in her multi-authored article, and engages with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to reduced inequalities and peace, justice, and strong institutions.
