Arab Center for research and Policy Studies (CAREP) and The Arab Reform Initiative (ARI) will held an event on Arab Diaspora Politics in a Post-2011 Context
The Arab uprisings of 2010-2011 catalyzed shifts in diaspora engagement, leading to new challenges and opportunities for political mobilization among displaced communities. This one-day seminar seeks to reexamine the role of post-2011 MENA (Middle East and North Africa) diasporas through innovative conceptual and practical approaches, aiming to understand their influence on home and host societies.
Key Themes:
- Reimagining Diaspora Politics Post-2011: Theoretical frameworks and debates on diasporic agency and identity.
- Alternative Forms of Engagement: Empirical case studies showcasing innovative methods of political mobilization.
- Transnational Dynamics: Examining the political repercussions of diaspora mobilization in host societies and “back home.”
Structure and Panels
Opening Session:
- Overview of the evolving roles of MENA diasporas post-2011.
Panel 1: Rethinking Diaspora Politics Post-2011: New Theoretical Perspectives
- Examines conceptual challenges and the dual roles of diasporas as peacemakers or peacebreakers.
Panel 2 & 3:
- Focus: Empirical studies highlighting alternative forms of mobilization and political engagement since 2011.
Panel 4: Political Repercussions of Diaspora Mobilizations
- Discussion on the transnational dynamics of diaspora-led activism, its effects across spaces, and its contributions to host societies.
Organizing Committee:
- Fanny Christou (UI)
- Isabel Ruck (CAREP)
- Sarah Anne Rennick (ARI)
Contextual Background
This seminar takes a critical approach to the term diaspora, challenging its conceptualization as a fixed entity. Drawing on foundational and contemporary literature, the discussions highlight:
- The evolving identities and strategies of Arab diasporas post-2011.
- Barriers to mobility, transnational repression, and statelessness.
- The impact of climate change and conflict on forced displacement.
- How diasporas influence conflict dynamics and societal perceptions in their host countries.
By addressing these multidimensional issues, the seminar aims to foster a rethinking of diaspora politics and provide tools for addressing contemporary challenges.
Join event in Paris or online to delve into these critical discussions and contribute to shaping new narratives around diasporic engagement in a post-2011 context!
- Location: CAREP Paris, 12 rue Raymond Aron, 75013 Paris or Online
- Agenda and Registration:
- Access the Conference Agenda here.
- Register to attend via this link and receive a Zoom confirmation email if successful.
- Alternatively, watch the event live on our Facebook page.
For further details please see CAREP website:
