Eric Jagdew
Eric Jagdew is a prominent scholar involved in the editorial team for a significant academic publication focused on the legacy of slavery in Suriname. His work emphasizes the importance of incorporating diverse perspectives, particularly the Surinamese viewpoint, into historical research. Jagdew advocates for collaborative writing, believing that discussions and potential disagreements among researchers can lead to richer insights. This project aims not only to produce scholarly work but also to develop educational resources and policy recommendations for the Surinamese government, addressing the long-lasting impacts of slavery on contemporary society.
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Recent news mentions
Historian Eric Jagdew contributed to the advisory committee for the research on indigenous slavery history.
‘Wij worden niet gezien en gehoord’ – de Ware Tijd
Suriname· 2026-02-14
Eric Jagdew is the author of the political biography of Ramsewak Shankar.
Boek over eerste democratisch gekozen president na militaire dictatuur – de Ware TijdSuriname· 2026-01-23
Eric Jagdew is involved in the editorial process of the scientific publication on slavery.
Wetenschappelijke publicatie voor beleid doorwerking slavernijverleden – de Ware TijdSuriname· 2025-10-28
