Author: Vanessa Hayford

Vanessa Hayford is a recent graduate of the University of Ottawa with a Bachelor’s in Social Sciences in International Development and Globalization, French Immersion. Through experiences working on Parliament Hill and influences of her Ghanaian heritage, Vanessa has developed a passion for global affairs, politics and issues in Sub-Saharan Africa. Vanessa enjoys reading, writing, and following the news, and she hopes to pursue a Master’s degree in September 2016.

Israel, the U.S., and the Iran Nuclear Agreement

Diplomatic Relations, Emerging Security, International Relations, Iran, Israel, Peace & Security, Security, The Middle East and North Africa, The United States of America, Uncategorized, Vanessa Hayford August 21, 2015 Vanessa Hayford

Vanessa Hayford discusses Israel’s opposition to the recent Iran nuclear deal.

The Flaws in the UN Budgeting System

Diplomatic Relations, Emerging Security, Global Governance, Uncategorized, United Nations, Vanessa Hayford August 13, 2015 Vanessa Hayford

Vanessa Hayford examines how the UN’s funding crisis impacts global governance.

What Are the Next Steps in U.S.-Cuba Relations?

Caribbean, Cuba, Diplomatic Relations, Emerging Security, International Relations, The United States of America, Uncategorized, Vanessa Hayford August 5, 2015 Vanessa Hayford

Vanessa Hayford looks at the obstacles to a full normalization of relations between America and Cuba.

Climate Change and International Security: Turning Up the Heat on Global Conflict

Africa, Climate Change, Emerging Security, International Relations, Peace & Security, Security, Syria, The Middle East and North Africa, Vanessa Hayford July 24, 2015 Vanessa Hayford

Vanessa Hayford explains the impact of climate change on security.

The Dominican Republic and the Threat of Mass Haitian Deportation

Caribbean, Emerging Security, Haiti, Human Rights, Immigration, migration, Refugee, Rights, Vanessa Hayford July 12, 2015 Vanessa Hayford

Vanessa Hayford looks at an unfolding humanitarian crisis in the Caribbean.

Russia vs. the West: A New Cold War or Just Hot Air?

Defense, Diplomatic Relations, Eastern Europe and Russia, Emerging Security, Europe, International Relations, NATO, Peace & Security, Russia, Security, The United States of America, Vanessa Hayford, Western Europe July 5, 2015 Vanessa Hayford

Vanessa Hayford examines how escalating tensions between Russia and the West mirror the Cold War.

ISIS and Conflict Antiquities: Understanding Artefact Trafficking

Culture, Emerging Security, Global Governance, International Relations, Islamic State, Peace & Security, Security, Terrorism, The Middle East and North Africa, Uncategorized, United Nations, Vanessa Hayford June 27, 2015 Vanessa Hayford

Vanessa Hayford explains the the troubling implications of ISIS’ illicit trade in artefacts.

What Are the Options for Security Council Reform?

Emerging Security, Global Governance, International Relations, Peace & Security, Security, United Nations, Vanessa Hayford June 9, 2015 Vanessa Hayford

Vanessa Hayford untangles the complex web of competing proposals for Security Council reform.

Migrants and Refugees – Together, But Not the Same

Asia-Pacific, Emerging Security, Global Governance, Human Rights, migration, Refugee, Rights, Security, Uncategorized, Vanessa Hayford, Western Europe June 5, 2015 Vanessa Hayford

Vanessa Hayford explains why distinguishing between migrants and refugees is a life-and-death issue.

The Urgency of Security Council Reform

Diplomatic Relations, Emerging Security, Global Governance, International Relations, Peace & Security, Security, United Nations, Vanessa Hayford June 1, 2015 Vanessa Hayford

Vanessa Hayford explains why Security Council reform is so necessary -and why it’s unlikely to happen.