Dynamics of Social Cohesion in Post‐Conflict Mosul

Group Perspectives, Challenges and Facilitators

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ID6434240
AuthorsKristina Jadranović (0009-0005-2180-6198, Mental Health Working Group Hudara gGmbH Berlin Germany), Nayab Ali (0000-0003-0047-3556), Noor Hussein Ali (Mental Health Working Group Hudara gGmbH Berlin Germany), Ahmed Salahaldin Sadoon (0009-0008-7838-2420, Mental Health Working Group Hudara gGmbH Berlin Germany), L Schmid (0000-0003-0596-3976, Mental Health Working Group Hudara gGmbH Berlin Germany)
Year2025
Volume35
Issue5
Publication date2025-09-01
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueJournal of Community & Applied Social Psychology (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1052-9284 • E-ISSN: 1099-1298
PublisherWiley (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1002/casp.70155
OpenAlexW4414401900
LanguageEN
References cited42

While social cohesion is a widely researched phenomenon, its dynamics warrant further examination in post‐conflict societies. The study explored perceived social cohesion indicators in subcommunities in post‐conflict Mosul and provided contextual understanding of its facilitators and barriers. In addition to a quantitative household survey ( N = 317, M age = 40.28, 42.6% female), measuring neighbourhood cohesion, belonging, acceptance, trust, identification and civic engagement, semi‐structured interviews with community representatives ( N = 30) were implemented. Social cohesion indicators scored from moderate to high, with trust being affected. Results point to affected relations in the western part of the city, where massive conflict took place 7 years ago, as well as the disadvantaged positions of minorities, particularly internally displaced persons. While conflict experiences continue to burden relations, alongside the current unequal distribution of opportunities, cultural differences are also of certain importance. Traditional and religious practices, tribal and religious institutions, the heritage of good relations and solidarity during conflict, and newly established initiatives all play a role in facilitating relations. The results regarding social relations in the post‐conflict setting of Mosul are discussed in the context of different theoretical frameworks, whichever relevance, but also the lack of capacity to comprehensively explain the social dynamics in post‐conflict settings is demonstrated. Please refer to the Supporting Information section to find this article's

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