Circassian Youth Identity in the Diaspora

Circassian youth today are the most impacted by the ubiquity of globalization, as they are
immersed in diverse societies and cultures that play a significant role in shaping their unique
identities. Hence, it is no surprise that Circassian youth living
in the diaspora face several challenges in attaining and/or
preserving their Circassian identity. Prior to enacting solutions
to help connect youth with their Circassian identities, it is vital
to listen to their concerns and understand their challenges.

Cv DANA RAJAB and TANYA YENAM

Dana Rajab is a first-year medical student at the Queen’s University School of Medicine in Ontario,
Canada. She graduated with a Bachelors of Life Sciences from McMaster University in June 2021. In her undergraduate years, she gained experience conducting both quantitative and qualitative research. Her interests include accessibility, teaching, global health, and working with vulnerable populations.

Taya Yenam is a fourth-year student at the University of Waterloo in Ontario, Canada. She is majoring in Legal Studies and aims to pursue a graduate degree in Cybercrime and Surveillance
studies. She currently works as an Adjudicator at an Insurance company and a Research Assistant in the field of legal sociology. Her interests include cybercrime, privacy law and Intellectual Property
law.

Symposium on Circassians in the Diaspora, Istanbul, Turkey 2021