"I can't tell you what freedom is 'cause I've never seen it": Addressing the Omission of Liberation Narratives in Sociology.

The article focuses on the under-explored concept of liberation within sociology, particularly through the lens of Black Millennials' perceptions of a liberated future. Based on 65 in-depth interviews conducted during the Black Lives Matter movement, the study identifies four types of liberation narratives: 1) Liberation via Reformation, which sees potential for change within existing systems; 2) Liberation via Reconstruction, advocating for the complete dismantling of current structures; 3) Liberation via Afrocentrism, emphasizing the importance of community and cultural reconnection; and 4) Liberation as Inconceivable, where participants struggle to envision a liberated future. The findings suggest that these narratives serve as resistant knowledge projects, offering valuable insights into the socio-political aspirations of marginalized groups and highlighting the need for a more intentional engagement with liberation in sociological research. [Extracted from the article]