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Paul Tabar is a Professor of Sociology/Anthropology at the Lebanese American University (LAU) and Director of the Institute for Migration Studies. He specializes in migration studies, political sociology, and diaspora politics, with a focus on Lebanese and Arab communities. His research explores diasporic identities, transnationalism, and the impact of migration on homeland-sending states. He holds a PhD and BA (Hons) from Macquarie University, Australia.
Research Interests:
- Lebanese diasporic communities and their political engagement
- Social memory and collective identity in Lebanon
- Racism, multiculturalism, and media framing of ethnic groups
- State-diaspora interactions and transnational policies
Key Collaborations:
- Co-authored works with Professors Greg Noble and Anton Escher
- Editor of the Arab Journal of Sociology (Idafaat)
- Co-leads a book series on Migrant Studies with Johannes Guttenberg University, Germany
Notable Projects:
His current research includes studies on migrant habitus, diasporic political fields, and the role of diasporas in conflict resolution and democratic development. He has also examined the representation of Lebanese-Australian youth in media and the Cronulla riots' legacy on social memory.
