Joshua Barker

Joshua Barker, a Professor of anthropology at the University of Toronto, explores policing in Bandung, Indonesia, through his latest work. He discusses how fear and violence shape the city’s governance and the historical roots of societal fear. Barker sheds light on the unique role of neighborhood watches and informal authority figures. He also examines the impact of communication technologies on modern policing. His insights reveal the messy interplay between urban order and community dynamics against a backdrop of colonial legacies.