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Abstract This paper explores the interconnections between cultural trauma and post-colonial identity through an analysis of Alice Walker's Possessing the Secret of Joy. The study examines how the novel portrays personal and collective suffering resulting from colonialism, slavery, and patriarchal practices such as female genital mutilation. It highlights the protagonist's journey as a reflection of the complex interplay between individual trauma and communal memory, illustrating how storytelling serves as a therapeutic tool for healing and resilience. The analysis addresses the intersections of race, gender, and historical oppression, situating Walker's work within the broader discourse of post-colonial literature. By emphasizing the reconstruction of memory as an act of resistance and transformation, the paper underscores the novel's critique of cultural and epistemic violence and its advocacy for collective healing and empowerment.