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Social Resilience: Tracing Conceptual Evolutions and Theoretical Pathways

by Azher Hameed QamarCrisis, Migration, Research Method, Resilience, Resilience, Society October 10, 2025October 26, 2025No Comments

Social Resilience: Tracing Conceptual Evolutions and Theoretical Pathways What exactly do we mean when we talk about social resilience? The term has gained traction in recent years, especially in discussions about sustainability, wellbeing, and how communities cope with crises. Yet, definitions of social resilience vary widely, often focusing narrowly on the ability to “withstand” or …

Rethinking Climate Adaptation: A Social Lens on Resilience

by Azher Hameed QamarBlog, Crisis, Research Method, Resilience, Resilience, Society October 6, 2025October 26, 2025No Comments

Rethinking Climate Adaptation: A Social Lens on Resilience Climate change research has paid little attention to the social dimensions of resilience and their link to social capital. The article “Social dimensions of resilience and climate change: a rapid review of theoretical approaches” reviews 27 studies (18 directly relevant) to explore how social capital connects with …

Conceptualizing Social Resilience in Migrants’ Lived Experiences

by Azher Hameed QamarCrisis, Migration, Politics, Research Method, Resilience, Resilience, Society October 1, 2025December 13, 2025No Comments

Conceptualizing Social Resilience in Migrants’ Lived Experiences What does it really mean for migrants to be “resilient”? Too often, resilience is described as an individual skill or capacity, overlooking the fact that it is also a deeply social process shaped by relationships, institutions, and lived experiences. This article rethinks social resilience as lived experience of migrants. …

Oxytocin, Resilience, and the Politics of Human Enhancement

by Azher Hameed QamarCrisis, Culture, Interview, Lecture, Politics, Resilience, Society, Talk July 20, 2025October 24, 2025No Comments

Oxytocin, Resilience, and the Politics of Human EnhancementGuest: Professor Julian Reid, University of Lapland, FinlandPresented by: Azher Hameed Qamar Introduction In this thought-provoking and interdisciplinary lecture, Professor Julian Reid, a leading scholar in international politics, political theory, and biopolitics, explores a compelling intersection of neuroscience and political science. With clarity and depth, he invites us …

“Islam” and Muslims in the Media

by Azher Hameed QamarBlog, Politics, Religion, Resilience, Society June 26, 2025June 26, 2025No Comments

“Islam” and Muslims in the Media Disclaimer: This article is an English-language adaptation of the original German post “Der Islam und Muslim*innen in den Medien” (July 2024), which appears on the MEDIA SERVICE INTEGRATION website. The purpose of this translation is to make the key findings and resources accessible to a broader international audience. Media …

Rethinking Democracy: The Urgent Need for Inclusive and Respectful Discourse

by Azher Hameed QamarCulture, Politics, Resilience, Society June 25, 2025August 23, 2026No Comments

Rethinking Democracy: The Urgent Need for Inclusive and Respectful Discourse Azher Hameed Qamar In today’s political climate, where fear and polarization often dominate public discourse, the language used by political leaders matters more than ever. Across Europe and beyond, we are witnessing the rise of parties that present themselves as defenders of democracy and national …

“Stop calling me RESILIENT”

by Azher Hameed QamarBlog, Politics, Resilience, Society June 17, 2025June 17, 2025No Comments

“Every Time You Say, ‘Oh, They’re So Resilient,’ That Means You Can Do Something Else to Me.” What does it really mean to call someone “resilient”? And who benefits from it? People often use the word “resilient” as a compliment for those who’ve been through really tough times. It sounds like praise — like saying …

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Thriving Together: Why You Need “Social Resilience – A Primer for All” on Your Shelf Today

by Azher Hameed QamarBlog, Book Review, Politics, Resilience, Society May 11, 2024November 11, 2025No Comments

🌱 Thriving Together: Why You Need “Social Resilience – A Primer for All” on Your Shelf Today “Experience surviving and thriving together.” – In today’s world, we are all faced with challenges that shake the very foundations of our social lives. From global crises to personal hardships, we constantly navigate changes in our environments, communities, …