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Sectarianism and Crises: Bottom-Up Cooperation Initiatives in Egypt and Lebanon


by emad ouf
Posted in Papers and studies, Political transformations and social movements Developments and visions
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Mohammad Al HamoushEgypt ,LebanonThis paper analyzes cooperation among religious and civil society organizations in Egypt and Lebanon during recent crises. Both countries have a history of sectarian tension and have experienced significant crises, including sectarian incidents, economic hardship, and the COVID-19 pandemic. In Egypt, recent crises presented opportunities for cooperation between Islamic and Christian institutions and other civil society organizations. For example, a program in Upper Egypt involved collaboration between the Ministry of Social Solidarity and major NGOs to enhance citizenship values. The non-sectarian nature of the Egyptian state and its institutions facilitated cooperation. In contrast, Lebanon’s sectarian political system…

Decentralization and socioeconomic rights in Arab Countries summery


by emad ouf
Posted in Papers and studies, Social justice and and inequality Multiple dimensions
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Shorouk Al HaririEgypt ,Lebanon ,Morocco ,SudanLocal governance systems in Arab countries vary in names, historical trajectories, and practices, but they all intertwine with economic and social rights. The Arab Network for Young Researchers in Economic and Social Rights has recently released a booklet titled “Decentralization and Economic & Social Rights”, offering an in-depth analysis of the connection between decentralization and economic and social rights in Morocco, Egypt, Lebanon, and Sudan.

Research Paper: Alternative Economy Experiences in the Arab Region: Challenges and Opportunities


by emad ouf
Posted in Papers and studies, Social justice and and inequality Multiple dimensions
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Nissaf BrahimEgypt ,Lebanon ,Morocco ,Sudan ,TunisiaWhat do alternative economic models look like in Sudan, Morocco, Tunisia, Lebanon, and Egypt? this study explores how grassroots, cooperative, and solidarity-based initiatives are shaping more just and sustainable economies across the region. Conducted as part of the Alternative Economy in the Arab Region Project by the Arab Forum for Alternatives, the research maps 46 innovative entities redefining how economies can serve people and communities—rather than profits and monopolies.

Social Movements in Lebanon: The Case of the salary scale movement


by s.elshrkawy
Posted in Papers and studies, Political transformations and social movements Developments and visions
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Mohamed ElAgati ,Zainab SrourrLebanonThis research is part of the Activism, Policy and Transformation project, which is considered a collaborative, participatory work between male and female researchers from different countries of Chile, Armenia, South Africa, Egypt, and Lebanon. This project is managed and supported by the International Inequality Institute and the London School of Economics and Political Science.

New Project: Pandemic Lessons for Democratic Good Practices in Crisis in Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Tunisia (2022-2024)


by emad ouf
Posted in Papers and studies, Political transformations and social movements Developments and visions
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Arab Forum for Alternatives ,Observatory for Democratic TransitionEgypt ,Jordan ,Lebanon ,TunisiaArab Alternatives Forum for Social Studies (AFA) is pleased to announce the launch of its new project in partnership with United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF). As well as with the partnership of the Tunisian Democratic transition observatory (OTTD). The project’s overall objective is the promotion of democratic good practices during crises, through examining the different ways in which governments have dealt with the pandemic crisis. Key activities aim to support stakeholders in improving their knowledge on the features and characteristics of Covid-19 responses in the Arab States Region, combining research,…

COVID-19 pandemic: Does the mainstream public policies system achieve protection for all?


by emad ouf
Posted in Papers and studies, Political transformations and social movements Developments and visions
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Mohamed ElAgati ,Nissaf Brahim ,Shimaa ElSharkawy ,Zainab SrourrEgypt ,Lebanon ,TunisiaExecutive summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has put the world in front of many challenges regarding public policies and state responses to the spread of the pandemic. This as well has led to raising multiple concerns concerning fair and equitable public service provision and the process of doing that with accordance to social justice values. This paper examines the three cases of Egypt, Tunisia and Lebanon, in public policies and state responses in facing the pandemic. It attempts to test the ability of countries in the region to provide services at times…

Youth and the Arab Spring: Same demands and different paths


by emad ouf
Posted in Papers and studies, Political transformations and social movements Developments and visions
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Shimaa El Sharkawy ,Shimaa ElSharkawyEgypt ,Jordan ,Lebanon ,Morocco ,Tunisia Introduction: The role played by Arab youth in the protest movements that started in 2010 is undeniably pivotal in steering the wheel for change towards democratic transformation in countries of the region. However, in their pursuit for democratic transformation, Arab youth were met by multiple challenges and drawbacks that influenced the fulfillment of their demands on the ground. Most analysts divide the “Arab Spring” into waves the first wave that started with Tunisia, Egypt, Syria, etc. Moreover, the second wave that started with Algeria, Sudan and Lebanon. In both waves, the…

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