Who is Islamophobic and why? Explanations of Islamophobia in two suburbs with high Muslim concentrations in Melbourne’s north

Dekker, Karien

doi:10.1080/00049182.2020.1840715

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“…In line with prior literature (e.g. Dekker, 2020;Haw, 2022;Itaoui et al, 2021;Najib & Teeple Hopkins, 2020), our analysis suggests that there is clearly a degree of discomfort between some non-Muslim and Muslim residents in Australia; tensions that are potentially compounded by socio-economic disadvantage (Barnard & Turner, 2011). Our findings highlight important nuances with respect to how socioeconomic disadvantage, the presence of concentrations of Muslims, and perceptions of conviviality may be related.…”

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“…Greater Melbourne has 12 suburbs with more than 15% of Muslim residents in 2016. Recent research shows that positive interactions between Muslims and non‐Muslims positively affect social cohesion (Colic‐Peisker et al, 2020; Colic‐Peisker & Robertson, 2015; Dekker, 2020; Dekker et al, 2019). This aligns with Pettigrew and Tropp's (2006) hypothesis that contact between in‐groups and out‐groups can reduce feelings of threat when the right conditions are met.…”

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Understanding conviviality in Australian suburbs with high Muslim concentrations: A qualitative case study in Melbourne

Dekker,

Haw

2023

Aust J Social Issues

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This article explores the concept of conviviality: the practice and negotiation of sharing space in suburbs with diverse populations (Journal of Intercultural Studies, 2016, 37, 423). Australia has a growing Muslim population and reports of Islamophobia remain widespread. While there is some evidence, however, that forming intercultural connections can foster more positive attitudes toward religious minority groups, we know little about how Muslim and non‐Muslim communities share space in Australia. This paper presents the findings of a qualitative investigation into how conviviality is perceived in Australian suburbs with high concentrations of Muslim residents. Following qualitative, thematic analysis of 15 interviews with multicultural service providers who work with Muslims in Melbourne, Victoria, we conclude that conviviality is fostered by a sense of community between people who share similar backgrounds as well as increased opportunities to form intercultural social connections. We discuss the scholarly and policy implications of these findings, with consideration of existing arguments about the practices of sharing space in Australian cities.

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Understanding conviviality in Australian suburbs with high Muslim concentrations: A qualitative case study in Melbourne

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Haw

2023

Aust J Social Issues

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“…Dunn et al (2016) studied Australian Muslims' views towards diversity and belonging. Dekker (2020) researched Islamophobia in two Australian suburbs with a high concentration of Muslims. Abdalla et al (2021) exposed the level of dehumanizing of Muslims on social media.…”

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Factors Influencing Australian Muslims’ Attitudes toward Christian-Muslim Dialogue: The Case of Sunni Muslims of Adelaide and Uniting Church Christians

2022

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Since the implementation of a multicultural policy in the 1970s, religious diversity in Australia has increased. Research has demonstrated that intergroup contact is essential for managing diverse multicultural societies. This is because, given the right conditions, intergroup contact will reduce prejudice and build trust between groups. Given the importance of intergroup contact, policy makers and researchers have identified interfaith dialogue’s importance to the success of multicultural societies. However, there is very limited research that explores interfaith dialogue from the perspectives of adherents, in this case Christians and Muslims in the Australian context. This paper focuses on interfaith dialogue between Christians of the Uniting Church and Sunni Muslims of Adelaide, South Australia. It explores the factors that influence participants’ attitudes towards engaging in interfaith dialogue. Using a grounded theory methodology, the study involved seventeen (17) mixed gender Muslim participants over the age of eighteen, including everyday adherents and religious leaders. Some of the key findings demonstrate that theological perspectives and notions of multicultural citizenship are positive drivers for dialogue; Islamophobia and dehumanization of Muslims were inhibitors.

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Who is Islamophobic and why? Explanations of Islamophobia in two suburbs with high Muslim concentrations in Melbourne’s north

Cited by 3 publications

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Understanding conviviality in Australian suburbs with high Muslim concentrations: A qualitative case study in Melbourne

Understanding conviviality in Australian suburbs with high Muslim concentrations: A qualitative case study in Melbourne

Factors Influencing Australian Muslims’ Attitudes toward Christian-Muslim Dialogue: The Case of Sunni Muslims of Adelaide and Uniting Church Christians

Anti–racism Muslim mobilities in the San Francisco Bay Area

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