Can we advance women’s rights while respecting culture and customs? In this article about gendered advocacy, Stephanie Oldfield discusses the disconnections between cultural norms and perceptions impeded on women’s bodies.
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Who to Trust in Latin American Politics? Part 1
This is the first in a two-part series exploring corruption in the politics of Latin America. This article touches on the depth of recent corruption scandals in Brazil. Part 2 will address the far-reaching effects of those scandals throughout the region. In December 2016, 15,000 people marched the streets in Sao Paulo to fight Read More…
Diplomacy and the South China Sea
In light of recent events concerning the South China Sea, Jacqueline Hicks examines the current state of the conflict and the role of diplomacy in placating it.
Canadian Forces Enter the Bionic Age
Nick Raffey discusses the Canadian Forces’ purchase of bionic knee braces and how wearable technology will impact the battlefield.
France’s 2017 Presidential Elections: An Overview
Who is likely to become France’s next president? With the first round of the elections set to take place on April 23, Léo-Paul Jacob provides an overview of the current situation.
Afghanistan: Security Analysis of a Failed State
The Afghan government controls less than 60% of the nation’s territory. Nabil Bhatia analyzes the regional security implications of Afghanistan’s diminishing security force and the resurgence of terrorist groups within the country.
Does Donald Trump represent a new era of US-Israeli relations?
Israel and the US seem to be closer to the same page than ever in recent history. The only question that remains is whether the status quo is more comfortable.
Islam’s Relationship with Liberal Society
Members of Parliament recently debated a motion known as M-103 in the House of Commons, and its controversy speaks to a grander challenge facing liberal societies today.
The Yazidi Genocide: A Fight for Justice
Jacqueline Hicks examines the Yazidi people’s fight for justice two years after ISIS began its systemic slaughter of the ethno-religious group in August 2014.
The Rising Populist Tide Across Europe
Will NATO change as Europe shifts right? Matthew Rae reports