Nicholas Grant

Nicholas Grant is an Associate Professor of International History at the School of Politics, Philosophy and Area Studies, University of East Anglia (UEA), where he has been affiliated since 2013. He is a member of several academic networks, including Gender and Its Intersections, American Studies, and Global & Transnational History. His research focuses on the history and politics of racial justice, Black internationalism, and decolonization in the United States, South Africa, and the African diaspora.

Research Interests: Nicholas Grant specializes in transnational social movements for racial justice, particularly during the era of decolonization. His work bridges the politics of the African diaspora, Black internationalism, and the intersection of race with imperialism and citizenship debates. He also explores the power of narrative and politics of storytelling in historical contexts.

Article Trends: His publications span peer-reviewed journals, book chapters, and critical reviews, with a focus on topics like Black internationalism, anti-apartheid activism, and gender dynamics in social movements. Recurring themes include decolonization, racial politics, and transnational resistance.

Scientific Awards:

• AHRC IAA Funding - The Anti-Apartheid Movement in Britain (2024, 2022)
• AHRC International Placement Scheme, Kluge Center Fellow (2019)
• Kennedy Grant, John F. Kennedy Institute for North American Studies (2012)
• The Arthur Miller Institute Prize for Best Journal Length Article - Runner Up (2024)
• Arthur Miller Essay Prize, British Association of American Studies - Runner Up (2017)

Advising and Grants: Nicholas Grant serves as co-editor of the open-access Radical Americas journal and has held administrative roles such as Director of Learning and Teaching at UEA. He has secured competitive grants from the Arts and Humanities Research Council and the British Academy.