Simone Browne

Simone Browne is a Canadian scholar known for her work in the field of Black Studies, surveillance studies, and digital media. She is the author of 'Dark Matters: On the Surveillance of Blackness', which is a critical examination of how surveillance technology has historically been and continues to be used to monitor, criminalize, and control Black communities. Browne's research is interdisciplinary, drawing from sociology, cultural studies, and history to explore the intersections of race, technology, and security.

Books

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  1. 1. Dark Matters

    Cover of 'Dark Matters' by Simone Browne

    "Dark Matters" is a critical examination of how race and surveillance have intersected throughout history, particularly within the context of blackness. The book delves into the ways in which surveillance practices, both historical and contemporary, are rooted in racial discrimination and how these practices have served to enforce boundaries of social control. By exploring a range of topics, from the branding of slaves in the 18th century to modern-day policing and biometric technologies, the book challenges readers to consider the pervasive nature of surveillance and its disproportionate impact on black communities. Through this lens, the author reveals the deep-seated connections between visibility, race, and the monitoring of bodies in public and private spaces, urging a reevaluation of the role of surveillance in perpetuating systemic racial inequalities.

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