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The humanitarian face in war 

Speakers from humanitarian organizations respond to conflicts in war-torn regions of the world. This event aimed to raise awareness and foster a deeper understanding of the complexities of humanitarian conflicts, the dire need for action, and the tireless efforts of humanitarian organizations


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The Interregnum: A major shift in world order

The period of interregnum - an indication of a transitional moment from one world order to the next - is forcing us to rethink and reimagine new structures of a post-hegemonic global governance. This lecture focuses on the mojor shift in world order, which is occuring at this very moment, in our lifetime.

Guest speaker: Dr. W. Andy Knight - International Relations Professor, University of Alberta


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Conflict between Russia and Ukraine

UFV faculty from a variety of disciplines and research background share their insights on the Russia-Ukraine conflict. They discuss a wide variety of issues including historical Russia-Ukraine relations, humanitarianism and refugees, media and communication, militarization, racism, economic sanctions, cybersecurity, nuclear weapons, geopolitics, and international diplomacy.

Panelists: Edward Akuffo (Political Science), Scott Sheffield (History), Larissa Horne (History), Michael Batu (Economics), Rita Atake (Communications), Rashad Mamadov (Communications), and Sharanjit Sandhra (History)


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Gender Equality and Intersectional Climate Justice

To mark International Women's Day 2022, UFV Global Development Studies (GDS) and the School for Social Justice and Global Stewardship (SoJust) will host a virtual panel event, "Gender Equality and Intersectional Climate Justice," focusing on the need to apply a gender and intersectional lens to the impacts of climate change and climate action.


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The COVID-19 Pandemic: Impacts and Diverse Responses

The Covid-19 global pandemic has affected societies and people in diverse and unpredictable ways. Join these experts as they discuss and answer questions on issues including; health equity, race and ethnicity, governance, food security, city policy, and international security.


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