When We See Ourselves

Thirty years after the release of Mira Nair's mesmerizing cult classic film Mississippi Masala Black x South Asian love continues to be plagued by racism classism and anti-Blackness. However the unforgettable events of 2020 namely; COVID-19 George Floyd's murder and Kamala Harris' nomination as the Vice President of the United States have inspired a racial reckoning intent on dismantling years of oppression.In When We See Ourselves Batambuze takes readers on an intriguing journey into the lives of Black x South Asian individuals who are shattering societal boundaries in the name of love. These ten stories cover anti-Blackness LGBTQ+ deaf culture Islamophobia lost love and more. The rawness of these stories is essential reading for anyone intent on contributing to an equitable society.