Dr. Hazrat Bahar and Hamid Obaidi from the Institute for Communication and Media Studies represented Leipzig University at the Körber Stiftung Symposium on Exile Journalism Research on 20 May 2025 in Hamburg. Their joint presentation, “Data Collection in Exile Journalism: Afghan Journalists Post-2021 Taliban Takeover,” explored the methodological and ethical challenges of researching Afghan media…
At our upcoming Advocacy Event in Berlin, a diverse panel will explore how the expertise of Scholars from Afghanistan in exile can be better recognized and integrated into the German academic landscape.Together with representatives from academic policy, foundations, and universities, we’ll discuss key questions around knowledge utilization, structural barriers, sustainable funding, and necessary political frameworks.The…
Afghan scholars in the diaspora have contributed to knowledge production across various fields. For the first time, the Institute for Communication and Media Studies at Leipzig University is hosting a scholarly dialogue focused on Afghanistan-related research. The event will explore the challenges and opportunities of academic work in exile and feature presentations of recent studies.…
You still have time to submit your abstract for our upcoming conference in October: ”Transnationalization Begins at Home – Unseen Dynamics in Public Communication”New deadline for abstract submission: 16 June 2025Submit your abstracts to: kontakt@transfertage-ec4sc.deDon’t miss your chance to be part of this important conversation!Find more info on our website: https://transfertage-ec4sc.de
This semester, we had the pleasure of welcoming Dr. Merga Yonas Bula to our seminar. Together with our students, he explored two timely and thought-provoking topics on digital diasporas and transnational communication: A big thank-you to Dr. Yonas for his insightful contributions and engaging discussions!
11 July 2025 | 17:00–20:00 | Global Village Berlin How can scholars in exile contribute their expertise and help shapesociety? What opportunities and challenges arise from knowledgeproduced in diaspora contexts? On 11 July 2025, we invite selected guests to join us at GlobalVillage Berlin for an evening of discussion on the potential of exiledand diaspora…
This week, the Research Center for Development Communication – Communication for Social Change (EC4SC) hosted the 11th edition of our Masterclass series. The focus of this session was “Pursuing a PhD”, aimed at students and early-career researchers planning to embark on a doctoral journey. Over the course of three insightful days, participants gained practical knowledge…
In the upcoming semester, the Research Center for Development Communication – Communication for Social Change (EC4SC) is pleased to offer a new seminar:Diaspora-Kommunikation in Deutschland – Seminar & Projektseminar Lecturer: Dr. Hazrat Bahar (Leipzig University, EC4SC) This course explores how diaspora communities in Germany engage in transnational communication, media representation, and digital networking. Students will…
We are excited to announce that our Conference is happening again this year! Join us on October 29th and 30th at the Albertina Library for insightful discussions on “Transnationalization Begins at Home – Unseen Dynamics in Public Communication.” This year’s conference will explore key topics such as transnationalization, platformization, and diasporic communication in digital media.…
EC4SC is pleased to announce the 9th Masterclass, focusing on postcolonial and decolonial studies in Afghan contexts. Led by PD Dr. Mariam Popal (University of Bayreuth), this Masterclass will explore key theories, methods, and challenges in these fields, examining their relevance to Afghan and diasporic experiences.The Masterclass will take place on November 28-29, 2024, at…