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Natalie Khazaal is an Associate Professor at the School of Modern Languages at the Georgia Institute of Technology, where she serves as the Director of the Arabic and Middle East & North Africa programs. She received her Ph.D. in Near Eastern Languages and Cultures from the University of California, Los Angeles. Her research primarily focuses on the intersections of media, language, and disenfranchisement in Arabic-speaking communities, particularly in Lebanon. Her notable publication, 'Pretty Liar: Television, Language, Gender in Wartime Lebanon,' examines the role of media in shaping audience perceptions during violent crises. Khazaal has also contributed significantly to discussions on speciesism and borders, co-editing volumes that received international recognition. Beyond her research and teaching duties, she is actively involved in initiatives aimed at addressing global refugee crises and promoting critical thinking among young people regarding human rights and cultural identity. As a founding board member of Ideas Borders and a consultant in Hollywood, Khazaal integrates her academic expertise with practical advocacy.
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