Inclusion is often seen as the core promise of democracy. Nonetheless, deciding who truly belongs and whose voices are heard remains deeply contested. While some minority groups gain political representation more easily, others (such as LGBTQ persons, people with disabilities, and migrants) often remain underrepresented despite living in democratic societies. This talk explores why the representation of contested minorities matters and what it means for the quality and fairness of democracy.
Adeola Ogundotun is a Research Assistant and PhD candidate at the Chair of Comparative Politics, University of Greifswald. He holds an M.A. in Political Science from the University of Osnabrück. His research focuses on women’s representation in parliaments and the political consequences of substantive representation.
Moderation: Julian Wacker B. Sc.
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Organizational information
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Recording of the digital lecture
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