Memory and Identity in Central, Eastern, and Southeastern Europe

This panel delves into the complex landscape of collective memory in Central, Eastern, and Southeastern Europe, with a special focus on the legacy of Yugoslavia. It aims to explore how historical narratives, cultural memory, and identity have been shaped, contested, and remembered across these regions. The session seeks to understand the role of memory in shaping current socio-political dynamics and the process of regional reconciliation, particularly in the context of the diverse and often turbulent history of these regions. How have historical narratives and collective memories influenced current identities and political landscapes in Central, Eastern, and Southeastern Europe? In what ways does the memory of Yugoslavia continue to impact the region’s socio-political environment? What challenges and opportunities arise in the process of remembering and reconciling the complex pasts of these regions?
Chair: Izabella Agárdi (iASK, Hungary)
Panelists:
Petra Hamer (University of Ljubljana, Slovenia)
Mónika Mátay (iASK, Hungary)
Zala Pavšič (CEU Democracy Institute, Slovenia)
Rubin Zemon (iASK, Center for Advanced Researches, North Macedonia)