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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
Hello Year 4! HIDDEN is starting you off right with an amazing DOMiD workshop on November 28.
November 24, 2025 at 9:31 AM
Another memory from Year 3!

“Geography As Destiny: Challenges, Opportunities and Threats in Migration and Documentation in Anatolia,” took place at Tarsus University.
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October 28, 2025 at 6:03 AM
In Year 3, a group of HIDDEN members visited the Stasi Records Archive and Robert Havemann Society Archive, exploring how Germany confronts its communist past, and the Documentation Centre for Displacement, Expulsion, Reconciliation. @jenniferredmond.bsky.social
October 27, 2025 at 8:36 AM
In Year 3, HIDDEN hosted the international workshop “One Year on from the EU’s Asylum and Migration Pact.”

The event brought together academics, NGO representatives, practitioners, and activists from 12 countries.
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October 24, 2025 at 5:10 AM
🌟 Year 3 Highlight! 🌟

One of HIDDEN's key outcomes from Year 3 is the release of the HIDDEN Toolkit Tackling Ethical Concerns in Migration Research, officially published on 25 September 2025 in Open Access. @costprogramme.bsky.social @jenniferredmond.bsky.social
October 23, 2025 at 7:52 AM
🌍 Reflecting on Gender In/Equality in the Academy 🌍

As part of our HIDDEN COST Action’s 3rd-Birthday celebrations, we’re remembering the Workshop on Reflecting on Gender In/Equality in the Academy, held on 4-5 September 2025. @jenniferredmond.bsky.social @costprogramme.bsky.social
October 22, 2025 at 10:12 AM
October 20, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Happy 3rd Birthday, HIDDEN!

On this special occasion, we are looking back at one of the standout events in HIDDEN's journey—the Training School on Contemporary Citizenship Challenges for Children and Young People, held on 15-16 September 2025 at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona.
October 20, 2025 at 1:33 PM
As we celebrate another year of groundbreaking work, we look back on the amazing events and milestones that shaped HIDDEN’s third year—including the incredible Year 3 HIDDEN Conference
October 19, 2025 at 7:16 PM
🎉 3 YEARS OF HIDDEN COST ACTION 🎉
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, HIDDEN!

We are a vibrant, global community of over 200 scholars, and we're filled with so much gratitude for everyone who has been a part of this incredible journey. @jenniferredmond.bsky.social @costprogramme.bsky.social
October 19, 2025 at 2:55 PM
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
June 6, 2025 at 2:38 PM
📌 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.
May 23, 2025 at 7:53 PM
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.
May 23, 2025 at 4:50 AM
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
May 23, 2025 at 4:08 AM
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.
May 17, 2025 at 8:44 AM
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
May 16, 2025 at 11:45 AM
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
May 16, 2025 at 11:37 AM
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
May 16, 2025 at 10:51 AM
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. Geary.@costprogramme.bsky.social @jenniferredmond.bsky.social
May 16, 2025 at 9:50 AM
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
May 16, 2025 at 7:53 AM
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
May 16, 2025 at 7:41 AM
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.
May 16, 2025 at 7:29 AM
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
May 16, 2025 at 7:17 AM
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
May 16, 2025 at 7:00 AM
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.
May 16, 2025 at 6:30 AM