Dr. Nevine Abraham

Biography

Nevine Abraham's work is positioned at the intersection of literary and cultural studies, addressing issues of indigeneity, social justice, and minoritization in the Arabic-speaking world. She examines the intellectual, social, and political history of minorities in the Middle East and North Africa, focusing particularly on the role of institutions of power — such as imperialism and post-independence nationalism — and subsequent regimes that have marginalized certain groups, compromising their rights and shaping their sense of citizenship and belonging. Dr. Abraham serves as the coordinator of the Arabic Studies program, and her research extends to Coptic studies, minority rights, social justice, racialization in the Arab World, and censorship in Arab film studies. She also engages in pedagogy surrounding peacemaking, Palestinian and Israeli food cultures, and intercultural dialogue competence, offering courses ranging from Elementary to Advanced Arabic, as well as specialized topics in Arabic Studies and Global Food Cultures.

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