MUSLIM REPRESENTATION IN EUROPEAN PARLIAMENTS IN THE XXIST CENTURY: SOCIETAL INTEGRATION OR POLITICAL NECESSITY?

This research examines Muslim parliamentary representation in Europe, both as a means of integration and a necessity for ensuring rights. Political participation strengthens citizenship and helps change stereotypes about Muslims, but it is also necessary to protect their rights in light of the rise...

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Published inJournal for the study of religions and ideologies Vol. 24; no. 71; p. 45
Main Author Hazaymeh, Omar Mohammad-Ameen Ahmad
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published The Academic Society for the Research of Religions and Ideologies (SACRI) 22.06.2025
Subjects
Discrimination
Eastern Europe
France
Legislative bodies
Muslims
Political activity
Political aspects
Political parties
Populism
United Kingdom
Western Europe
United Kingdom
France
Eastern Europe
Western Europe
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Summary:This research examines Muslim parliamentary representation in Europe, both as a means of integration and a necessity for ensuring rights. Political participation strengthens citizenship and helps change stereotypes about Muslims, but it is also necessary to protect their rights in light of the rise of far-right rhetoric. Despite the progress made, many challenges remain that hinder Muslims from reaching decision-making positions, such as populism, symbolic representation, and internal divisions. To address these challenges, the research emphasizes the importance of building informed Muslim leaders, adopting comprehensive political platforms, and forming alliances to enhance political influence. The research concludes that the future of Muslim political representation depends on overcoming obstacles through genuine integration, building support networks, and reshaping public discourse to ensure effective political participation that serves the interests of Muslims and society as a whole. Key words: Political representation, Muslims in Europe, social integration, political rights, European parliaments, far-right discourse, citizenship, political parties, discrimination, political influence.
ISSN:1583-0039
1583-0039