Farah
Hasan
Department of Sociology and Anthropology
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Supervisor Prof. Nurit StadlerDr. Farah Hasan is a sociologist and postdoctoral researcher who studies contemporary Islam, especially in online discussions and Western countries. Her research looks at how Muslims think about dating and intimacy. She uses qualitative sociological and ethnographic methods to explore how Muslims apply Islamic ideas in their daily lives and how these religious traditions change over time.
Farah’s research explores how Muslims apply Islamic ideas in their daily lives and how these religious traditions change over time.
Farah earned her BA in history from SOAS (School of Oriental and African Studies) University of London and her MA in global studies and PhD in philosophy from Humboldt University of Berlin. Originally from London, she has studied and worked in Germany, Japan, South Africa, India, and the Philippines. She has volunteered at various Christian and Muslim organizations in Munich and Berlin. Farah enjoys visiting museums, exhibitions, and cultural events. She also loves exploring nature through bicycling and hiking.
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