Article,
Sharing with the public at large? Yes! But a risky business: Possible roles, if any, of scholars of religion regarding promotion of public knowledge and understanding of religion
Affiliations
- [1] Leibniz Universität Hannover [NORA names: Germany; Europe, EU; OECD];
- [2] University of Southern Denmark [NORA names: SDU University of Southern Denmark; University; Denmark; Europe, EU; Nordic; OECD]
Abstract
Based on decades of experience as a scholar who has engaged with the public through media interviews and writings in popular outlets, this article reflects on the possible roles of and methodological challenges for the scholar of religion offering his/her expertise to the broader public. The author encourages colleagues to “go public” but also warns them: it is a risky business.
Keywords
methodology,
politics,
public scholarship,
religion and media,
scholarly activism