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Joakim Ekman is a Professor of Political Science at the Centre for Baltic and East European Studies (CBEES) at Södertörn University. His work focuses on political participation and democracy development in Central and Eastern Europe, with particular emphasis on public opinion dynamics, political culture, and civic engagement in post-communist societies.
- Current affiliation: Centre for Baltic and East European Studies (CBEES), Södertörn University
Research interests span multiple dimensions of democratic processes, including:
- Post-communist democratization
- Ethnic divisions and political integration
- Far-right politics and national identity
- Youth political engagement and education
- Public trust in institutions
- Impact of geopolitical crises on societal attitudes
Publication trends show a consistent focus on Central and Eastern Europe, with recurring themes of political participation, public opinion shifts, and democratic resilience. Recent works examine professional identity among early-career academics in the Baltic region and geopolitical reorientations following the Ukraine war.
