Briefs / Focus / Spot Ons

Graffiti and Political Sarcasm as Tools for Political Participation in Egypt
  • Policy Brief

Graffiti and Political Sarcasm as Tools for Political Participation in Egypt

In Egypt, one of the forms used on social media to refer to political developments were sarcasm and satire. Following 2011, another form of activism appeared – graffiti - aimed to keep the spirit of the revolution awake.

28 diciembre 2019
When Austerity Meets Activism: A Common Tale on the Opposite Shores of the Mediterranean
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When Austerity Meets Activism: A Common Tale on the Opposite Shores of the Mediterranean

Despite economic, social and political differences between Amman and Athens and different ideologies channeling the crowds’ sentiments, in both cases people took to the streets due to comparable economic grievances.

4 noviembre 2019
EU-Islam Dialogue and Engagement. Five Challenges and Opportunities
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EU-Islam Dialogue and Engagement. Five Challenges and Opportunities

The issue of cultural and religious values has been brought into the political spotlight. Key political actors, including the EU, consider dialogue and engagement with religious institutions vital resources for achieving stability.

5 abril 2019