By Nesreen Yousfi, from London (edited by Zahra Salah Uddin) Photo by Alex J White What began as a successful campaign strategy by former Prime Minister David Cameron, who vowed to reform the UK’s relationship to the EU, soon turned into one of the most dramatic turnarounds in British and European history. The EU-UK break-up, … Continue reading Voters’ Remorse: Reimagining Brexit with a Trustworthy British Press
Interview: “If there’s something left to return to, then we will return when it all ends”
On February 24, 2022, Russia began a full-scale war against Ukraine. It has been three years since the start of war crimes against Ukrainians. Many were forced to flee their homes to escape daily shelling. This is an interview with Ukrainian refugees Natalya and Oleg from Pokrovsk, whose lives were destroyed by the Russian invasion. … Continue reading Interview: “If there’s something left to return to, then we will return when it all ends”
Introducing Our Collaborative Guide on Reframing Peacebuilding Journalism
Information is the power of our times, and journalism being our collective source of information, shaping our view of the world, holds a unique power—to potentially inform, but also to connect or divide. By Yousr Sharawy, from Alexandria At aidóni, our belief in slow-journalism and conflict-sensitive reporting brought us together as a community of journalists … Continue reading Introducing Our Collaborative Guide on Reframing Peacebuilding Journalism
First aidóni Digest reveals the past and future of aidóni
Throughout 2024, all over the world, people were on the move, and communities were under stress. From South Sudan to India, Algeria to Pakistan, aidóni collected stories and sentiments that revealed the severity, depth, and scope of those challenging situations, caused or aggravated by political disputes, societal changes or climate change. Those movements are likely … Continue reading First aidóni Digest reveals the past and future of aidóni
Letter from Copenhagen: Will we let go of Greenland?
Donald Trump’s interest in buying Greenland wasn’t just a political spectacle — it was a wake-up call. Suddenly, a mirror was held up to the face of every Dane, forcing us to question not just our relationship with the territory but the very foundation of our national identity. By Anne Mie Ryding, from Copenhagen … Continue reading Letter from Copenhagen: Will we let go of Greenland?
Altered life: the effects of toxic air in Pakistan’s heartland
In November 2024, Pakistan’s Punjab faced a major smog crisis that led to toxic air pollution that exceeded 1,900 AQI, forcing millions to breathe hazardous air with severe health consequences. Emergency closures affected education, commerce, and daily life across major cities. How can public spaces become safe during climate crisis-related events that shape fundamental changes … Continue reading Altered life: the effects of toxic air in Pakistan’s heartland
Immigrant punks challenge whiteness of Germany’s subcultures
This article by aidóni's Zahra Salah Uddin, originally published by Untold Mag, shows the strength of a new German cultural manifestation. Singing in Urdu, Punjabi, and Farsi, a punk band has been creating a new space for migrants in the country’s alternative music scene. By Zahra Salah Uddin, from Düsseldorf “Punk music was always meant … Continue reading Immigrant punks challenge whiteness of Germany’s subcultures
Letter from Alexandria: in Palestine, Lebanon, and Syria, it is all human suffering
The killing of dozens of thousands of people in Palestine, plus the conflicts in Lebanon and Syria, has led aidóni’s Academy Editor Yousr Sharawy to reflect on the sentiments around death and destruction, regardless of who is to blame. By Yousr Sharawy, from Alexandria A video has circulated on Egyptian social media recently featuring … Continue reading Letter from Alexandria: in Palestine, Lebanon, and Syria, it is all human suffering
“Are we Christians? Who are we?” From father to son, an identity crisis
Being a refugee can force someone to abandon vital aspects of who they are, in order to be accepted in a new place. Afghan refugees in India, such as Rashid Gurbaz, often face difficult choices about their religion and origins. Focusing on the future means distancing themselves from their past. By Shriya Roy, from New … Continue reading “Are we Christians? Who are we?” From father to son, an identity crisis
The struggle to stay: Afghans demand dignity in Pakistan and India
Absence of legal protection, difficulty in finding well-paid work, and the fear of being expelled: Afghan refugees face several challenges in both Pakistan and India, where they hope to start new lives after escaping military conflicts in their home nation. By Fatima Razzaq, from Lahore, and Shriya Roy, from New Delhi (edited by Rogerio … Continue reading The struggle to stay: Afghans demand dignity in Pakistan and India
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