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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Denisa-Lydia Bayraktari discusses with Stavros Dioskouridis the Albanian migrant experience in Greece in 2023, reflecting on 30 years of Albanian immigration. They delve into topics such as integration, racism, and the challenges of slow naturalization processes. […]
This study focuses on the biographical narratives of second-generation Albanian migrant women who are pursuing university studies in Greece. Using qualitative methods, it explores the construction of identity within a migratory and educational context shaped by national, cultural, and social boundaries. The participants reflect on their experiences across family, social, and academic settings, highlighting the […]
The book constitutes an autobiographical narrative that explores the experience of intersecting identities and cultural entrapment, through the lens of migration and the quest for belonging. Through personal testimonies, it reveals the sociopolitical mechanisms of categorization, stigmatization, and the construction of national and cultural otherness within the Greek, Albanian, Cypriot, and broader European contexts. The […]
Border Handbook offers a concise yet critical reflection on the multifaceted nature of borders—geopolitical, cultural, and symbolic. It interrogates how borders are constructed, experienced, and contested, drawing from interdisciplinary perspectives such as political geography, migration studies, and critical theory. The text provides tools for understanding borders not only as physical demarcations but as dynamic processes […]
The film explores themes of national identity and otherness through the life of a Greek small shop owner in the neighborhood of Plato’s Academy in Athens. His worldview is disrupted when he discovers his Albanian origin, challenging his prejudices and perceptions of belonging. Combining humor, realism, and social critique, the film addresses nationalism, racism, and […]
Documentary series, focused on cultural and social themes, showcases various immigrant groups who have settled, live, and work in Attica, particularly in Athens. This specific episode highlights the Albanian immigrant community. […]
“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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