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The History of Identity Documentation in European Nations: Citizenship, Nationality, and Migration (HIDDEN) is a COST Action approved by the European Cooperation in Science and Technology (COST) in 2022, funded by the EU. https://hidden-costaction.eu

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HIDDEN COST ACTION @hiddencostaction.bsky.social · 10d

📘 Call for Chapters
The Handbook of Identity Documentation: Past, Present & Future
🗓️ Abstracts due: 3 Oct 2025
🔗 Submit: lnkd.in/dt4MyWA2

More info ⤵️https://hidden-costaction.eu/call-for-chapters/

HIDDEN COST ACTION @hiddencostaction.bsky.social · 10d

Call for Papers - Citizenship Challenges for Children and Young People: Barriers, Borders, and Bureaucracy in Historical and Contemporary Perspectives

📅 Submission deadline: October 20, 2025
🔗 More information available at: lnkd.in/db3F3jHH

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HIDDEN COST ACTION @hiddencostaction.bsky.social · Jun 6

June is Refugee Awareness Month.

This month, we’re sharing stories that matter—like You Don't Know What War Is by Yeva Skalietska.

At just 12 years old, Yeva fled war-torn Ukraine. Her diary is a raw, unforgettable account of survival and courage. @costprogramme.bsky.social

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HIDDEN COST ACTION @hiddencostaction.bsky.social · Jun 2

Many countries mark Refugee Weeks in June to celebrate refugees' stories and contributions. 🌍 June 20 | World Refugee Day

This month, HIDDEN will share inspiring stories and important facts. Join us in standing with those forced to flee their homes. @costprogramme.bsky.social

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Dr Jennifer Redmond @jenniferredmond.bsky.social · May 28

@hiddencostaction.bsky.social members will be interested in this great free seninar, register below 👇👇👇

The Organization of American Historians @oah.org · May 28

📣 The OAH is proud to partner with @brennancenter.org for an exciting event exploring the history and future of birthright citizenship.

🗓️ June 12
🕧 12:30pm ET
📍 Online – Free to attend!

🔗 Register: ow.ly/9Qas50W0t7R

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HIDDEN COST ACTION @hiddencostaction.bsky.social · May 23

📌 Day 2 Recap - Migration, Diaspora & Collaboration

We explored some powerful themes today—from diasporic medical tourism and local services for Syrian immigrants in Mersin to firsthand accounts from migrant students.
The day wrapped up with an exciting push toward collaborative paper development.

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HIDDEN COST ACTION @hiddencostaction.bsky.social · May 23

Day 1 kicked off with a warm welcome from Prof. Dr. Ali ÖZEN (Rector) & Prof. Dr. Ali DERAN (Dean) 🎤✨
Guests mingled with faculty at a relaxed reception 🤝
Then dove into series of powerful panels and discussions.

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HIDDEN COST ACTION @hiddencostaction.bsky.social · May 23

Working Group 1 Event "Geography As Destiny: Challenges, Opportunities and Threats in Migration and Documentation in Anatolia" Tarsus University, Türkiye, May 22-23, 2025.

Organized by: HIDDEN's WG1 co-leaders Prof. Godfrey Baldacchino and Dr. Tuğba Aydın Halisoğlu. @costprogramme.bsky.social

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Aisling Shalvey @ashshalvey.bsky.social · May 16

A truly brilliant conference @hiddencostaction.bsky.social, major thanks to @jenniferredmond.bsky.social for putting it all together 🎉 @costprogramme.bsky.social

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HIDDEN COST ACTION @hiddencostaction.bsky.social · May 17

The photos captured the energy and collaborative spirit that defined our time together. Our heartfelt thanks to Dr. Jennifer Redmond and Dr. Aisling Shalvey whose leadership and vision have helped shape HIDDEN with thoughtful discussion and meaningful connections.

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HIDDEN COST ACTION @hiddencostaction.bsky.social · May 16

Panel B, History of Papers dives into state power and mobility—featuring Ukrainian diplomatic passports from 1918–1921 and secretive travel rules in Communist Romania. Chair: Dr. Aisling Shalvey. @costprogramme.bsky.social @jenniferredmond.bsky.social

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HIDDEN COST ACTION @hiddencostaction.bsky.social · May 16

Panel A explores Citizenship in legal, social, and historical contexts—from Malta’s political networks to Italian youth and American citizens abroad in WWI. Chaired by Prof. Godfrey Baldacchino, it unpacks who belongs and why. @costprogramme.bsky.social @jenniferredmond.bsky.social

HIDDEN COST ACTION @hiddencostaction.bsky.social · May 16

Panel B looks into Digital Borders: algorithmic control, identity systems, and the tech shaping migration in Europe. With insights from Juan Rodríguez Gamal and Andrea Berger. Chair: Dr. Tuğba Aydın Halisoglu. @costprogramme.bsky.social @jenniferredmond.bsky.social

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HIDDEN COST ACTION @hiddencostaction.bsky.social · May 16

Day 2 Panel A on Migration and Identity Documents brings together leading voices from Coimbra, Malta, and Zagreb to explore how documentation shapes control and identity. Chair: Prof. Michael J. [email protected] @jenniferredmond.bsky.social

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HIDDEN COST ACTION @hiddencostaction.bsky.social · May 16

We were deeply moved by Evgenii Shtorn’s reading from Refugee Chronicles: Extracts on Friendship, Instrumentalisation and Loss. His words paid a tender and powerful tribute to his friend Sylvia. @costprogramme.bsky.social @jenniferredmond.bsky.social

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HIDDEN COST ACTION @hiddencostaction.bsky.social · May 16

Panel B: The Body as Identity explored how bodies shape identity systems. Dr. Polonyi reflected on ID documents in art, Dr. Higgs traced body/person divisions in history, and J. Pedro Garcia discussed same-sex marriage as a path to EU regularization. Chaired by Prof. Prof. Ana Belén Martínez García

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HIDDEN COST ACTION @hiddencostaction.bsky.social · May 16

Afternoon Panel A: Dr. Speranta Dumitriu discussed the abolition of passports, Dr. Natalija Shikova examined ID's role in multicultural North Macedonia, and Dr. Tugba Aydin Halisoglu presented insights from the Turkish Grand National Assembly. Chaired by Dr. Ibtisam Sadegh.

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HIDDEN COST ACTION @hiddencostaction.bsky.social · May 16

The HIDDEN Roundtable brought together WG leaders Prof. Godfrey Baldacchino, Dr. Aisling Shalvey (WG2), Dr. Beatrice Scutaru (WG5), Prof. Michael Geary (WG3), and Dr. Ibtisam Sadegh (WG4) to reflect on accomplishments and future goals. @costprogramme.bsky.social @jenniferredmond.bsky.social

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HIDDEN COST ACTION @hiddencostaction.bsky.social · May 16

Panel B explored IDs in (Post-)Colonial Asia.
Dr. Natalie Brinham, Dr. Lucrezia Canzutti & Dr. Humera Iqbal discussed identity, statelessness & digital futures in Cambodia, Pakistan & the Bay of Bengal. @costprogramme.bsky.social l @jenniferredmond.bsky.social redmond.bsky.social

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HIDDEN COST ACTION @hiddencostaction.bsky.social · May 16

Parallel Panel A explored the colonial and non-colonial realities of identity. Dr. Silvester Trnovec, Dr. Dónal Hassett, and Dr. Francesca Piana examine race, citizenship, and refugee documentation from French West Africa to the Nansen Passport. Chaired by Dr. Beatrice Scutaru.

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HIDDEN COST ACTION @hiddencostaction.bsky.social · May 16

Plenary A brings together powerful community voices on identity, migration, and statelessness. Lived experience, care, and collaboration at the heart of identity work.
With Adam Labaran, Dr. Zoë O’Reilly, Sirazul Islam & Dr. Prince Okorie. Chair: Dr. Susan Beth Rottmann. @costprogramme.bsky.social

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HIDDEN COST ACTION @hiddencostaction.bsky.social · May 16

🎤 KEYNOTE: Prof. Dagmar Hovestädt (NUI Galway, ex-Stasi Archives)
📚 “Identity and the Record: Who We Are in Data & Archives”
Dr. Redmond: “Her work is inspirational.” @HIDDENConference2025
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HIDDEN COST ACTION @hiddencostaction.bsky.social · May 16

A warm welcome kicked off the HIDDEN Year 3 conference from Dr. Jennifer Redmond & Prof. Rachel Msetfi! 🌍 Both emphasized the network’s vital work. Thanks to @MaynoothUni, COST, presenters, and all participants for your support
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Aisling Shalvey @ashshalvey.bsky.social · May 15

@hiddencostaction.bsky.social following our round table session from working group leaders we’re back to parallel sessions with Eszter Polonyi on the Body as Identity

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Dr Jennifer Redmond @jenniferredmond.bsky.social · May 15

Imagine, there was a time when people wanted and genuinely imagined that passports could be abolished! @spe07.bsky.social speaking now @hiddencostaction.bsky.social
Conference @maynoothuniversity.ie #COST

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