Joshua Levkowitz immersed himself in Syrian communities living in Syria’s neighboring countries. He examined issues related to migration, identity and threats to security, including the degree to which Syrians are able to assimilate or integrate, the perception and effects the diaspora is having on host societies, and networks between Syrian migrants and Syria. Before his fellowship, Joshua was living in the northern Iraqi city of Erbil as a senior program officer on reconciliation with United States Institute of Peace. He has a Masters degree in international relations and international economics with a concentration in conflict management from Johns Hopkins University’s School of Advanced International Studies.
Dispatches from Joshua Levkowitz
In Turkey, Syrians rely on each other for help
But after a historic earthquake, it may not be enough this time.
The end of a Jewish community
The massive destruction of Turkey’s earthquake included a small group bent on preserving its traditions.
Armenians from Syria become Syrians in Armenia
Although many are integrating in Yerevan, assimilating is a bigger challenge.