Aníbal Quijano

Peruvian sociologist and philosopher (1930–2018), known for coloniality of power.

Key Contributions:

• Developed coloniality of power concept.
• Contributed to postcolonialism.
• Analyzed global power structures.

Interacting Concepts & Works:

• Coloniality of Power (core concept)
• Postcolonialism (cultural critique)
• Mignolo (collaborator)
• Sociology (social theory)
• Race (power dynamics)

Record

Lived: 1930–2018

Tradition: Peruvian