Muslims in Europe: Integration Policies in Selected Countries
Abstract
Muslims are the largest religious minority in Europe, and Islam is the fastest growing religion. Europe's Muslim population is ethnically and linguistically diverse, and Muslim immigrants in Europe hail from a variety of Middle Eastern, African, and Asian countries, as well as Turkey. Over the last few years, European countries have stepped up efforts to integrate more fully their expanding Muslim populations. Recent terrorist acts in Europe such as the July 2005 London bombings that were carried out by young Muslims born and/or bred in Europe have given further impetus to these initiatives. The widescale riots and violence that broke out in late October 2005 throughout France in reaction to the deaths of two young Muslims also highlight the alienation and discrimination that some European Muslims feel and the need for European governments to address such societal tensions.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Nov 18, 2005
- Accession Number
- ADA469389
Entities
People
- Paul E. Gallis
Organizations
- Library of Congress