Data Collection

As a centre dedicated to understanding the socio-political intricacies of global populations, we recently engaged in a comprehensive data collection effort spanning four distinct contexts. This initiative extended to Lebanon, Turkey, France, and the Syrian Diaspora, each presenting unique demographic characteristics and cultural paradigms. Our participant base for this project was quite extensive, encompassing a total of 4,500 individuals.

Our data repository comprises a multitude of elements, each serving a specific purpose in our research. A portion of these variables delves into both secure and insecure in-group identification, shedding light on the dynamics of community cohesion and potential sources of friction within the group. Additional data points include demographic factors, as well as religious adherence and religious fundamentalism, offering a nuanced understanding of the influence of faith in shaping individual and communal actions.

The dataset extends beyond these categories to capture diverse behaviours, along with numerous elements examining collective violence attitudes and symbolic ideology, among other constructs. This multifaceted exploration of various aspects enables us to delve deeper into the motivations underpinning community actions and beliefs.

Our extensive database moves beyond mere anecdotal evidence, anchored in methodically collected quantitative data. Such a comprehensive, empirical foundation allows us to devise programs that are not merely beneficial, but also urgently needed, addressing the unique complexities of the regions we cater to. Guided by this data-informed approach, our endeavor is to contribute in a meaningful way to the academic discourse and, importantly, to effect palpable, enduring change in the communities we study.

The data we contributed to collecting has found utilisation in numerous research articles and has informed the creation of research-driven interventions in Lebanon. Specifically, this dataset forms the empirical basis for four forthcoming scholarly articles. Furthermore, it has facilitated the development of two intervention programs within Lebanon. One of these interventions focuses on promoting positive intergroup contact, while the other is aimed at constructing shared narratives to nurture a sense of shared identity.