7th Grade Social Studies Pan-Africanism 7th Grade Social Studies

SS7H1 SS7H1 The student will analyze continuity and change in Africa leading to the 21st century

SS7H1d SS7H1d: Explain the impact of the Pan-African movement

Objectives of Pan-Africanism Movement that began in the early 1900s Objectives End European control over Africa Africa should become a homeland for people of African descent Develop a unified political identity

Early Pan-Africanism After World War I ended, self rule and self determination became more popular around the world By the 1930’s, most African colonies were calling for independence due to the high amounts of nationalism

Post World War II After World War II, African colonies began gaining independence Most colonies had peaceful transitions of power A few colonies achieved independence by using violence

Pan – African Flag Red – blood that was shed by the African people Black – people of African descent Green – the Earth

Criticism of Pan - Africanism Pan – Africanism is often criticized due to the cultural differences found throughout the African continent