In the Shadow of Islamophobia

Identity and Belonging for British Turks

Özge Onay (Loughborough University, UK)

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Routledge
25 February 2025

Ethnic minorities & multicultural studies; Sociology: customs & traditions; Social & cultural anthropology

Series: Routledge Research in Race and Ethnicity

This book explores the multifaceted experiences of British Turks, particularly focusing on how they navigate and negotiate Islamophobia in contemporary British society. It delves into the complexities of identity, ethnicity, and religion, shedding light on the unique ways in which British Turks respond to and reshape the discourses surrounding Islamophobia. By examining the intersection of Turkish secularism, national identity, and global socio-political dynamics, this book offers a nuanced understanding of how Islamophobia is both experienced and deflected within this community.

Through a combination of in-depth interviews, ethnographic insights, and analysis of social discourses, the book highlights how British Turks engage in practices of passing and identity negotiation. It uncovers how these strategies are informed by broader themes such as Brexit, cosmopolitanism, and the legacy of Turkey’s relationship with Europe. This study challenges monolithic interpretations of Islamophobia, presenting a more diverse and intricate portrayal of its impact on different Muslim communities.

This book is an essential resource for scholars and students of Sociology, Criminology, Cultural Studies, and Religious Studies, as well as policymakers and practitioners working in multicultural and multi-ethnic contexts. It will be of particular interest to those studying the intersections of race, religion, and identity in the Middle East and Contemporary Europe.

By: Özge Onay (Loughborough University UK)
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
Weight: 494g
ISBN: 9781032777337
ISBN 10: 1032777338
Series: Routledge Research in Race and Ethnicity
Pages: 170
Publication Date: 25 February 2025
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Özge Onay is a University Teacher within the Criminology, Sociology and Social Policy department at Loughborough University, UK. With a deep focus on race, racism, migration, and identity within racialised-minority communities, Onay has conducted significant fieldwork in the UK, Turkey, and the Netherlands, investigating the systemic discrimination faced by marginalised communities in these countries. Her findings have been published in high-impact journals. As a scholar of Alevi origin and a Turkish Person of Colour, Onay brings a unique perspective to her work. Her personal experiences of exclusion and her commitment to understanding and challenging racism, Islamophobia, and other forms of discrimination drive her work. Her expertise and passion for teaching and research continue to contribute to the advancement of sociology, criminology and the fight against social injustice.

Reviews for In the Shadow of Islamophobia: Identity and Belonging for British Turks

""This is an insightful account of the lives and everyday experiences of British Turks. Drawing on her detailed research across a range of contexts, Özge Onay situates these experiences in the context of expressions of Islamophobia, social change and changing forms of identity."" Prof. John Solomos, Department of Sociology, University of Warwick, UK “After meticulously examining this incisive study of British Turks' navigation of Islamophobia, identity, and belonging in contemporary Britain, Onay's nuanced exploration of the intersections between Turkish secularism, British multiculturalism, and the lived experiences of an oft-overlooked Muslim community not only challenges monolithic understandings of Islamophobia but also illuminates the complex, conjunctural nature of identity formation in an era of increasing xenophobia and cultural anxiety.” Prof. Tahir Abbas, Leiden University, Netherlands, and author of Radicalisation: A Critical and Integrated Perspective (2025)