Religion in Nigeria

In this video, a Nigerian expert discusses the different religious practices in Nigeria.

Religion in Iraq

In this video, a military service member discusses the importance of cultural awareness.

Religion in Egypt

In this video, a linguist discusses the impact of Islam on Egyptian culture.

The Roots of Central Asian Terrorism

DLNSEO Culture Team
Russian control of Central Asia led to vast changes in the culture and identity of the Central Asian states, some for the better and others for the worse. This article from Washington Post outlines how efforts by Russia over the past century has led to spikes in terrorism, and how efforts to control or change the culture and religion of the region has been at the heart of this issue. 

Culture Clashes in China

Graham Plaster

In the face of widespread unrest over its repression and violence in the Muslim province of Xinjiang, China has launched a series of “strike hard” campaigns to weaken the hold of Islam in the region. Government employees and children have been barred from attending mosques or observing Ramadan. In many places, women have been barred from wearing face-covering veils, and men discouraged from growing long beards.