Zakia Essanhaji

Zakia Essanhaji is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Organization Sciences at the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. She is also affiliated with the Network Institute and the research group Organization & Processes of Organizing in Society (OPOS), where she contributes to interdisciplinary research on social and organizational dynamics.

Her research focuses on the intersection of organizational processes and societal transformation, particularly in contexts of migration and urban diversity. Key areas include minority integration, identity formation, and inclusive urban development. These interests are reflected in her participation in major research initiatives such as Becoming A Minority (BAM) and Amsterdam all-inclusive.

The trends in her research output—though not detailed in titles—center on social sciences, organizational theory, and urban sociology. Her work demonstrates a strong commitment to understanding how institutions and societal structures shape the experiences of marginalized groups.

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She has contributed to externally funded research projects, including ERC Advanced Grant-supported work, indicating competitive grant involvement. While no formal advisees are listed, her role as a project researcher suggests collaborative supervision and team-based research mentoring.

Zakia Essanhaji is part of the Organization & Processes of Organizing in Society (OPOS) research group at VU Amsterdam, which explores how organizing unfolds in complex social environments. This team emphasizes qualitative, critical, and process-oriented methodologies in studying contemporary societal challenges.