Systemic Democratic Change? Armenia’s Achievements and Shortcomings since the Velvet Revolution Historian and former politician Mikayel Zolyan talks about what has changed in Armenia since 2018. On the one hand, the reform agenda lags behind the expectations of the society. At the same time, Armenia has gone through a dramatic transformation. Mikael Zolian
Another Strongman? Masculine Governmentality, Neoliberalism, and Authoritarian Traditionalism in Aliyev’s Azerbaijan In this article, the author examines the role of masculine governmentality in sustaining President Aliyev's authoritarian traditionalism through a poststructuralist feminist lens.
Azerbaijan Greenwashes Authoritarianism at COP29 For the Azerbaijani regime, hosting the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku represents a chance to obscure its poor climate record and relentless attacks on civil society. In reality, the government seems far more interested in capitalizing on rising fossil-fuel demand than in combating global warming. Arzu Geybulla
Siyasi nəzarət güzgüsü: Azərbaycanda ətraf mühit iştirakçılığı uğrunda mübarizə Bu məqalədə Azərbaycanda ətraf mühitin idarə edilməsində ictimaiyyətin iştirakı kimi mühüm bir məsələ araşdırılır, xüsusilə də BMT-nin İqlim Dəyişikliyi Konfransı, yəni COP29-a ev sahibliyi kontekstində ekoloji prosessual hüquqlar və siyasi repressiya arasındakı mürəkkəb əlaqəyə diqqət yetirilir. Anonymous Author
Armenia’s COP29 Challenge: Climate Justice and Regional Accountability in a Politically Charged Environment As Armenia grapples with the political, environmental, and ethical dimensions of COP29, set to take place in neighboring Azerbaijan, the nation’s civil society raises concerns. Dr. Roza Julhakyan , Dr. Inga Zarafyan
COP29: Armenia's voice in global climate negotiations Baku hosts COP29, the most recognized conference on combating climate change. This year’s summit is unfolding as a complex diplomatic game with regional conflicts and human rights issues. How should Armenia position itself, and what makes this year's climate summit important? Mariam Tashchyan
Domestic Violence and Transphobia: Trans Men's Stories from Azerbaijan Trans men in Azerbaijan face severe challenges when trying to express their gender identity. In an environment where society, especially their families, finds it difficult to accept them, leading their daily lives becomes a significant problem. They struggle to survive independently while confronting both legal and social obstacles.