Brookings: Experts - Cynthia P. Schneider

Intolerance and Censorship in the Arab World

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Cynthia Schneider and Nadia Oweidat write that the Arab world is rich in literature examining all aspects of Arab life and advocating a vision of a multi-cultural society that respects human rights. Rather than manufacturing its own messages, Schneider and Oweidat believe the United States should support a return to standards of critical thinking that once characterized the Arab world.

A New Way Forward: Encouraging Greater Cultural Engagement with Muslim Communities

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

In a recent speech in Cairo, President Obama advocated "a new way forward," based on mutual interest and mutual respect in relationships between the United States and Muslim communities across the globe. Cynthia Schneider explains the important role arts, culture, and the media can play in building these relationships and fostering positive social change.

The Lockerbie Trial: A Unique Moment in International Justice and Diplomacy

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Cynthia Schneider says the understandable outrage at the release of the convicted Pan Am 103 bomber should not overshadow the memory of the trial—an extraordinary example of international cooperation, justice and diplomacy—that brought him to justice.

American Public Diplomacy after the Bush Presidency

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Cynthia Schneider examines U.S. public diplomacy by exploring the general position of the United States in the world as a whole, and then concentrating on U.S. relations specifically with the Muslim world.

"A New Way Forward" in Doha: Listen to the Artists

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

At the Arts and Culture Leaders meetings of the 2009 U.S.-Islamic World Forum, participants explored the potential for arts and media exchanges to overcome political differences as well as facilitate cross-cultural understanding and collaboration. Cynthia Schneider presents conclusions drawn from these meetings, underscoring the unique role of the arts in crafting a new way forward in the U.S.-Muslim world relationship.

The Challenges of Hollywood and the Muslim World

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Cynthia Schneider discusses the reach of American popular culture, are possible ways to harness its power to reflect more accurately the diversity of people and perspectives that characterize the U.S.

Arts and Culture in the U.S.-Muslim World Relationship

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Cynthia Schneider and Kristina Nelson explore the capacity of arts and culture to move and persuade audiences as well as to shape and reveal identities. Their research indicates there is a hunger, in both those in the United States and those in the Muslim world, to understand each others culture, and they offer numerous recommendations to resolve misunderstandings.

The Sound of Music in Pyongyang

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Cynthia Schneider discusses the groundbreaking concert by the New York Philharmonic in Pyongyang, North Korea on February 26. She argues that the visit had "all the characteristics of successful cultural outreach" and that though it was "just a concert" the symbolism "may impact future relationships in imperceptible ways."