Donna De Gennaro, PhD

Inspired by youth

My work is inspired by young people, who have taught me to listen, to learn from communities, and most importantly, to enjoy what I do, In 2012, I met Carmen, Emilio, Catalina, and Fabiola, who inspired me to start Unlocking Silent Histories in 2013. 

Join me in honoring the Indigenous youth and communities who opened their worlds to me and contributed to the creation of Unlocking Silent Histories. Without each and every individual, this program – and now this digital humanities project – would not exist. The official website houses short videos that reflect the lives, voices, and visions of Maya, Lumbee, Quechua, and Shipibo youth. These young people are equal authors of this site. 

 

Project Insights

This section is dedicated to the youth participants of Unlocking Silent Histories.

Cultural Exchange

Visit this segment to learn about Across the Americas, launched in July 2023.

Publications

See the selected publications that explain the methods and theory informing USH.

Partner Organizations

I want to acknowledge and thank the Maya Traditions Foundation, The Lumbee Boys & Girls Club, UNCP, for trusting me to work closely with your long-lasting connections. 

Through community interviews, I gained clarity on this sacred tradition that I was investigating.

Onpash, Quechua