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…Read More

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📅 Date: October 4, 2024📍 Location: Leipzig University & Livestream 📢 Topic: Diaspora Communication in Germany This conference will explore the communication dynamics within and between diaspora communities in Germany. Join experts to discuss the complex communication pathways that connect these communities and shape society. 🔗 Register now: https://transfertage-ec4sc.de/

On July 15-16, a workshop organized by the Centre for Development Communication from Leipzig University for the documentary film project “Media Kakophonie im Hindu Kush,“ was held. The workshop brought together journalists from Afghanistan who are living in Germany to share their feedback and opinions on the film concept. To guide the discussion and improve…Read More

📍 Location: Leipzig 
📅 Date: 4th – 5th October 2024 
Organizer: Institute of Communication and Media Studies, Leipzig University We are thrilled to announce our upcoming conference, “From Fragmentation to Participation: Diaspora Communication in Germany – Interfaces between Research and Practice,” taking place in Leipzig from the 4th to the 5th of October 2024. This…Read More

We are thrilled to announce the release of our fifth podcast episode titled “Gender Activism and Social Media in Afghanistan.” In this compelling episode, host Mariam Meetra is joined by Zahra Nader to discuss the significant role of digital platforms in shaping women’s protests and activism following the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan.Zahra Nader, a prominent…Read More

We are excited to announce the release of our latest podcast episode titled “Online Terrorism: Investigating the Media Behavior of ISIS Khorasan.” In this episode, host Abumoslem Khorasani is joined by Dr. Arian Sharifi to delve into the media conduct of the ISIS Khorasan branch in Afghanistan, focusing on their social media performance and strategies.Dr.…Read More

We are excited to announce the release of our latest podcast episode featuring Dr. Shagofa Dastgeer, a respected media and communication expert. In this insightful episode titled “Journalism System and Culture in Afghanistan,” we delve into the unique features, challenges, and cultural impacts on journalism practices in Afghanistan.Dr. Shagofa Dastgeer brings a wealth of experience…Read More

We are thrilled to announce the release of our latest podcast episode featuring Mr. Ahmad Zia Feruzpur! In this enlightening discussion titled “YouTube and Education,” we delve into the transformative role of YouTube in the educational landscape of Afghanistan.Amidst years of conflict and instability, Afghanistan has faced significant challenges in providing accessible education. However, YouTube…Read More

We are thrilled to announce the release of a compelling new episode on our podcast! Join us as we delve into the intricacies of media in Afghanistan over the past two decades with esteemed guest Prof. Wazhmah Osman.In this episode, titled “Media System of Afghanistan in the past two decades“, Prof. Osman, a filmmaker and…Read More

We are excited to announce that our seminar at Leipzig University has started in April 2024. Focusing on a topic and context that has remained largely unexplored in German communication studies: media and public spheres in fragile states, using Afghanistan as a primary case study. Our aim is to observe the development of participatory media…Read More

We are thrilled to announce an upcoming conference centered on communication from, within, and between diasporas in Germany taking place in Leipzig from the 4th – 5th of October. Set to delve into the intricate dynamics of diaspora interaction, the event will shed light on the various forms of media and digital platforms shaping these…Read More

Afghanistan Hub of Media and Communication Studies We’re excited to announce the launch of our new podcast series,“Afghanistan Mediascape”! Brought to you by the Afghanistan Hub ofMedia and Communication Studies, this series explores the intricateworld of AFG’s media and its global diaspora. Designed for aninternational audience, we delve into the realms of mass media, publicsphere,…Read More

The University of Leipzig invites journalists, activists and students to the online summer school “Transformative Media: Building Capacity for Change in Afghanistan’s Public Sphere” online summer school from 15-19 April. This event is a beacon of co-creation and collaboration, providing a platform for participants to collectively enhance their advocacy and communication skills for social progress.…Read More

📢 Announcement: Our academic breakfast colloquium on “Evaluation and supervision of our young researchers” is set to take place on March 28th where our six researchers will discuss ongoing studies, methodologies, and their research progress.

We are delighted to announce that the scholar and important part of our project, Mariam Meetra, has been awarded the prestigious Chamisso Publication Grant, a 10,000 Euro accolade presented by the Friedrich Baur Foundation. This grant aims to support the publication of a literary work in German by authors from non-German cultural and linguistic backgrounds.This…Read More

Our 4th Masterclass centered on “Strategizing Successful Transformation: Syllabus Development for Public Sphere in Afghanistan.” The event featured discussions on curriculum development for both continuing education programs and bachelor’s degree courses. Key highlights included defining curriculum goals, learning objectives, innovative teaching methodologies, resource identification, program evaluation, and quality assurance. These discussions are pivotal steps in…Read More

We are thrilled to announce our active participation in the upcoming “Unpacking Afghanistan’s Past and Present” conference, which will take place in London from November 4th to 5th, 2023. This event, themed “Bringing Afghanistan to Scale: Perspectives on Local, National, and Global Dynamics,” continues the legacy of three previous interdisciplinary academic gatherings focused on Afghanistan.“Bringing…Read More

We are delighted to announce that our esteemed scholar, Dr. Hazrat Bahar, has been awarded a scholarship by the University.Dr. Hazrat Bahar brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our program. He previously served as a faculty member at a journalism school at Shaikh Zayed University in Afghanistan and holds a Ph.D. in media…Read More

Diving deep into the theme with “What does it mean to become or to be an academic?”, our two-day masterclass was a riveting exploration. Divided into three informative blocks and led by Prof. Dr. Abbas Poya from Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) participants engaged in enriching discussions. Participants presented their academic journeys in Afghanistan, Iran, and Germany,…Read More