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Iranian Shia clergy and democratic transition : insiders' perspectives
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Abstract:
Hivos is proud and pleased to present this special bulletin on the role of Shia clergy in the transition to democracy in Iran. The contributions in this special bulletin present unique insider perspectives on the potential and limitations of Shia clergy to foster the development of a democratic Iran. Five Iranian experts - four of whom are clerics – provide informed and in-depth insights into how the Iranian Shia clergy views the relationship between Shia Islam and democracy and how this relationship could transform in the future. Delivering insider knowledge that is rooted in and reflects the regional realities of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is a core aim of Hivos' Knowledge Programme Civil Society in West Asia. By providing a platform for these Iranian experts to share their insider views with Western policymakers, practitioners and academics, Hivos hopes to bridge a knowledge gap on Iranian politics and society. In this way, this special bulletin corresponds with the role Hivos aims to play in the development sector; namely being a knowledge intermediary between the North and Global South through the co-production of knowledge with researchers in the South.
Series Title:
Knowledge Programme Civil Society in West Asia Special Bulletin
Country:
Iran, Islamic Republic of
Category:
General
Editor:
Nekuee, S.
Serial number:
1
Keywords:
civil society
,
democratisation
,
religion
Language:
eng
Organization:
Hivos – Humanist Institute for Development Cooperation
PAGE:
22
Place:
[The Hague]
Publisher:
Hivos
Year:
2012
Region:
Western Asia
Right:
© 2012 Hivos
Subject:
Social and Political Change
Title:
Iranian Shia clergy and democratic transition : insiders' perspectives