This article considers to what extent strategic measures to promote gender equality are implemented through feminist platforms and initiatives. In the course of my research, I had the opportunity to speak with the founders of an online app “Garde ton corps” (keep and protect your body) that aims to ensure women’s security in the city Read More…
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Attempts to undermine Canadian election through disinformation are symptoms of a global problem
The Communications Security Establishment (CSE) recently released a report predicting election interference in Canada on a greater scale than our nation has ever seen. Dr. Joseph McQuade, Program Editor for the Centre for Disinformation Studies, and Benjamin Patterson, Program Editor for Cyber Security and Information Warfare, explain the domestic and global context for this recent warning.
Nord Stream 2: Is Western Europe caught in a Russian trap?
In this article, Dakota Bewley investigated the implications of Nord Stream 2. How will Moscow use its dominant market position to exert influence in Europe?
Brexit’s Impact on NATO and European Security
Naz Gocek explores what Brexit might mean for NATO and European security.
Biometrics Possibly a Key to Election Integrity
Developing nations often have trouble administering democratic elections, due to poor infrastructure and pervasive voter fraud. Biometrics offers a chance to fix this and may even benefit elections held in mature democracies.
2019 European Parliament Elections: Competing Visions for the Future
Dakota Bewley investigates the rise of populist parties across Europe and its impact on the 2019 Parliamentary elections. What does this mean for the future of the European Union?
The Role of Arts in Countering Violent Extremism
Kagusthan Ariaratnam explores how the arts can play a part in countering violent extremism.
How does the age of surveillance strengthen gender inequalities and shape women’s online and offline behaviour?
This article is the second part of a two-part article focusing on the impacts of online and offline surveillance of women’s behaviour, and how it is influenced by technology. Gender in public and private spheres The dichotomy between public and private highlights the blatant inequalities that women face. It is worth considering how these two Read More…
How does the age of surveillance strengthen gender inequalities and shape women’s online and offline behaviour?
This is the first part of a two part article focusing on gender surveillance analyzing the effects of online and offline surveillance on women and illustrating the ways in which discrimination and sexism are perpetuated as a result.
Canada and China: The Growing Divide
In this article, Dakota Bewley examines the tensions between China and Canada. Is the current liberal world order in jeopardy?