Tag: national identity

May 5, 2025
Pride and Nemesis

Pride and Nemesis

In the face of mounting concessions to Azerbaijan, Sheila Paylan argues that Armenia risks trading dignity for illusionary peace and explores the fine line between pragmatism and surrender, and why national self-respect must never be collateral.

July 15, 2024
On Matriotism, Sheila Paylan

On Matriotism

Reflecting on a taxi ride in Yerevan, Sheila Paylan challenges the traditional masculine narrative of national identity. In her next piece for "Unleashed", she explores a feminist reinterpretation of patriotism that celebrates nurturing values and champions women’s pivotal roles in shaping Armenia's society and future.

June 17, 2024
Private: Divided We Fail

Divided We Fail

In her next piece for “Unleashed”, Sheila Paylan examines the deep divisions within the Armenian nation and questions how such discord can exist when the shared goal is Armenia's protection and prosperity and emphasizes that internal strife weakens collective efforts.EV