The Algerian hirak: Citizenship, non-violence, and the new movement for democracy

Jessica Ayesha Northey

The Algerian hirak: Citizenship, non-violence, and the new movement for democracy

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Abstract

On 22 February 2019, Algeria saw the emergence of a peaceful movement for democracy, which brought ordinary people to the streets on an unprecedented scale. Known as the hirak, weekly marches of millions led to President Bouteflika standing down, and to senior politicians and business elites being arrested and tried for corruption. Largely unreported in the West, this phenomenal mobilisation continued until 2020. How have Algerians taken on such a powerful regime, without violence, despite deep frustrations and a history of violent political change? What are the implications for future democratic reform, civil society and citizenship in Algeria?

Original language	English
Title of host publication	The Condition of Democracy
Subtitle of host publication	Volume 3: Postcolonial and Settler Colonial Contexts
Editors	Jürgen Mackert, Bryan S. Turner, Hannah Wolf
Place of Publication	London
Publisher	Routledge
Chapter	1
Pages	17-32
Number of pages	16
ISBN (Electronic)	9781003158387
ISBN (Print)	9780367745387
Publication status	Published - 13 Jul 2021

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The Algerian hirak: Citizenship, non-violence, and the new movement for democracy

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