The Arab Spring II: Disappointment and hope in the face of a newly-emerging society

Two years have now passed since the first uprisings in Tunisia and Egypt. Arab solidarity forced new elections and ushered democratically-elected governments into power. Arab peoples now face the challenge of developing new social and political institutions. Among other things, this means creating a democratic culture: What does freedom mean? What are the limits of democratic freedom? How does democracy work on a daily basis? Do free elections guarantee democracy? We would like to find out more about the social and political climate in these countries by talking to some young activists. Do the people – particularly young people – feel freer? What problems do they face on a day-to-day basis? What projects should we support to help people in Arab countries? We’d be delighted to see you for our second round of discussion on this topic!

Date: Wed, 19.06.2013, 6–9 pm

Place: Rentzelstraße 17, conference room (ground floor)

Leaders: Canan Bayram (Islamic Studies)