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Muslims in Spain. The Case of Maghrebis in Alicante
Muslims in Spain. The Case of Maghrebis in Alicante

Author(s): Yolanda Aixela Cabre
Subject(s): Politics / Political Sciences
Published by: Editura Universitatii din Oradea
Keywords: Maghrebi migration; Muslim; Islamphobia; Spain; mosque.

Summary/Abstract: Abstract: The aim of this article is to describe the social networks of Maghrebis in Alicante, some of the problems they face in their daily life, and the role played by the “mosque” as a place not only of prayer but also of mutual help and support. At the same time the analysis shows that Islamphobia has increased in the city, as it has done in other places in Spain and Europe following the Al-Qaeda terrorist attacks, with the resulting rejection of Maghrebis clearly seen in their relationship with the local inhabitants and in some political decisions of the local authorities.

  • Issue Year: 2008
  • Issue No: 5
  • Page Range: 108-120
  • Page Count: 13
  • Language: English
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