Experts on countries of origin by surname

Erfan Ibne Aman Omi is a UK-educated Barrister, and a Practicing Lawyer in the Courts of Bangladesh. He has a rich and diverse background in law, particularly with a focus on both the UK and Bangladesh legal system. He holds the position of Head of Chambers at "Liberty Chambers”, with nearly a decade’s experience in legal practice. His work alongside local politicians and social workers in Bangladesh provided him with valuable insights into national and local political structures, which is crucial for understanding the legal landscape in that region. This experience gives him a nuanced understanding of how the law interacts with politics and social issues in Bangladesh. His knowledge of religion, society, culture, and politics in these regions is valuable in legal contexts where these factors intersect with the law. This makes him a regional expert of South Asia and the Muslim world, especially related to religion, society, culture, and politics. 

The Expert has a comprehensive skill set and background that enables him to navigate complex legal issues in diverse cultural and political contexts effectively. His expertise in Bangladeshi society and culture, coupled with his deep knowledge of Bangladeshi politics, human rights issues, and immigration regulations in… Read more

Dr Imam brings more than two decades of experience in mixed methods international social science practice, research, and teaching around the world, focusing on East and West Africa, South Asia, USA, and Central Asia. Her interests involve research, development, and instruction on advanced issues of human rights, international conventions on human, civil, and political rights, and against torture; police service, judicial and quasi-judicial institutions, and persecution; grievance redressal arrangements; gender analysis, gender equality, gender-based violence, forced marriages, and sexual abuse; child abuse, child marriages, and violence against children; climate-related issues; and more. She has written books and scholarly articles about public administration, employing quantitative data and qualitative streams of historical changes in socioeconomic, judicial, political, and administrative institutions.

Her work employs innovative research methodologies, focusing on getting to the crux of socio-cultural and institutional situations to deliver efficient solutions that take into account complex dynamics involving human rights, child rights, gender equality, sustainability, and other such standards, in diverse socio-political contexts.

Rico Isaacs is a Professor of International Politics at the University of Lincoln and non-resident visiting professor at Riga Stradinš University. His research concerns the relationship between culture and politics with a focus on how this appears in authoritarian, nationalist and populist politics with a specific focus on the post-communist space, especially Central Asia. He is the author Political Opposition in Authoritarianism (Palgrave 2022), Film and Identity in Kazakhstan (Bloomsbury 2018) and Party System Formation in Kazakhstan: Between Formal and Informal Politics (Routledge 2011), as well as authoring several edited volumes, including the Routledge Handbook of Contemporary Central Asia (Routledge 2021) and a Critical Reader in Central Asian Studies (Routledge 2022). He also co-authored an introduction to Politics textbook and has published widely in leading peer-reviewed journals. He is also currently serving as editor of the leading peer-reviewed journal within the field of Central Asian Studies, Central Asian Survey.

An experienced lawyer with in-depth expertise in the legal system of Bangladesh and the United Kingdom, specialising in ethnic groups, human rights, and immigration law.

With a robust foundation in international relations, law, and political science, I am a distinguished expert witness specializing in Balkan affairs. My career is characterized by a deep commitment to understanding the intricate geopolitical dynamics and legal frameworks that shape this vibrant region. My academic pursuits culminated in a prestigious certification in Law from the University of Oxford, where I honed my expertise in international law, human rights, and cross-border legal issues. Professionally, I have collaborated with NATO on defense and international policy initiatives, providing valuable insights into Balkan geopolitics. My participation in European Union election conferences has allowed me to engage in high-level discussions on the political shifts affecting the region. Additionally, my roles as a Leasing Administrator and Legal Advisor have equipped me with practical experience in legal documentation and corporate governance. Driven by a passion for advancing understanding in the complex political landscape of the Balkans, I leverage my extensive education and practical experience to provide expert testimony and consultancy in this dynamic field.

Balkans Region Expert with twenty (20) years of experience in conflict, post-conflict and development context in Serbia and Kosovo. Highly experienced in the field of human rights, rule of law, democratization, empowering minorities, youth and women, gender based violence, and international humanitarian law

Lecturer in African Studies at the University of Edinburgh with extensive experience researching and writing about violent social groups and discrimination in selected African countries.