This study examines the role of migrant domestic workers in shaping the social and spatial dynamics of the Kypseli neighborhood in Athens. Using qualitative research methods, it analyzes their everyday practices, interactions with the local population, and strategies of integration into the urban fabric. The study highlights the challenges faced by migrant women in the […]
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“Our Stories” is an oral history project focused on migration to Greece during the 1970s and 1980s. Through oral testimonies and photographic material, the aim is to raise awareness about the longstanding presence of migrant communities in the country, especially in Athens. “Our Stories” seeks to shift the narrative and contribute to documenting the history […]
The Albanian immigrant experience in Greece has often been overlooked, leaving a significant gap in the narrative of Greek social history. Despite their pivotal role in reshaping Greek society, the voices and cultural contributions of the Albanian community remain marginalized. ASKI (the Contemporary Social History Archives) seeks to address this oversight by establishing a dedicated […]
The article explores the reasons behind the weakening or loss of the Albanian language among the second generation of Albanian migrants in Greece. Through a sociolinguistic and educational lens, it examines the roles of schooling, family practices, and social prejudice in shaping language attitudes and choices. The shift toward the Greek language emerges as both […]
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This podcast explores a conversation between Manos Avgeridis and Ervin Sechou, focusing on the Albanian immigrant experience in Greece over the past three decades. Ervin, a first-generation immigrant and social scientist, provides insights derived from his extensive research and personal experiences as detailed in his book, “The Uninvited Guests: Autoethnographic and Historical Notes on Thirty […]
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This study investigates the professional identity of second-generation teachers of Albanian origin, focusing on how factors such as ethnic identity, gender, and social class influence its formation. Through qualitative research, it analyzes their experiences during schooling, family attitudes towards education, university studies, and relationships with colleagues and students. The study highlights the challenges and strategies […]
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The book «Uninvited Guests» by Ervin Shehu is an autoethnographic and historical study that examines the thirty-year trajectory of Albanian migration to Greece. Through personal narratives and analysis of historical data, the author explores the experiences, challenges, and integration strategies of Albanian migrants, shedding light on the social and cultural dynamics that have evolved during […]
This autobiographical narrative reflects on the meaning of freedom through the lens of personal and generational transformation. Set against a backdrop of profound societal change, the author explores themes such as identity, belonging, family, and the tension between private experience and public discourse. The book combines memoir with philosophical and political reflection, offering a nuanced […]
This study explores the educational trajectories and success strategies of female students of Albanian origin enrolled in prestigious university programs in Greece. Through qualitative research, it examines the factors contributing to their academic advancement, the challenges faced due to their migrant background, and the ways in which they have shaped their professional and personal identities. […]
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This ethnographic study explores the daily consumption of domestic, global, and Albanian media products by Albanian students, focusing on the relationship between these consumption practices and their experience of otherness both in the Albanian-centric home environment and the Greek-centric school setting. Through in-depth interviews with students and their parents, as well as participant observation in […]