Boaventura de Sousa Santos Resigns from CES Amid Allegations of 'Lynching' from Leadership
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Boaventura de Sousa Santos Resigns from CES Amid Allegations of 'Lynching' from Leadership

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Summary:

  • Boaventura de Sousa Santos resigns from CES amid serious allegations.

  • Accused of sexual and moral harassment by former researchers.

  • Claims of a 'lynching' campaign by current CES leadership.

  • Santos expresses mistrust towards CES's leadership.

  • The situation raises questions about power dynamics in academia.

Controversy Surrounding Boaventura de Sousa Santos

Boaventura de Sousa Santos, a prominent Portuguese sociologist, has recently announced his resignation from the Centro de Estudos Sociais (CES) at the University of Coimbra. This decision comes in the wake of serious allegations of sexual and moral harassment made against him by researchers affiliated with the center.

In a public statement, Santos expressed his deep mistrust towards the current leadership of CES, accusing them of conducting a 'lynching' campaign against him. He claims that the environment created by the leadership has made it impossible for him to continue his work effectively.

Boaventura de Sousa Santos
Portuguese sociologist denies allegations of sexual and moral harassment
Photo: Fernando Fontes / Archive

This situation has sparked significant debate within academic circles, raising questions about power dynamics and accountability in research institutions. As the story unfolds, many are watching closely to see how it will impact both Santos's career and the reputation of CES.

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