Yara Salman

Yara Salman serves as instructor at Utrecht University, specializing in political economy and democratic theory. Through her Coursera course "Inequality and Democracy," which has enrolled over 15,500 students, she helps learners understand the complex relationship between economic inequality and democratic systems. Her course examines crucial questions about political equality in the context of growing economic disparities, exploring topics such as causes of inequality, theories of justice, and democratic principles. Her teaching methodology combines theoretical frameworks with practical case studies, helping students analyze how economic inequality affects democratic processes. The course structure includes comprehensive modules on economic inequality, democratic theory, and potential solutions like property-owning democracy and workplace democracy. Her expertise spans political theory, economic inequality, and democratic systems, making complex political economy concepts accessible to a broad audience.