Society, Culture, and Security – Page 38

The NATO Association of Canada’s Society, Culture, and Security program takes a look at the issues that impact Canadians’ every day lives while connecting them to international relations. The program covers a wide range of topics, which include: pop culture, art, film, global events, and socio-political relations. In addition, Society, Culture, and IR aims to examine and provide in-depth analyses that relate international affairs to the interests of Canadian society.

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The Yazidis: Their Beliefs and the Basis of the Islamic-State-Led Genocide

Kabir Bhatia examines the Yazidi belief-system, and the justifications used by the Islamic State for the Yazidi genocide

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A Ticket Forward: The Transformative Power of Travel

Adena Eliasoph explores the extent to which the non-profit industry can capitalize on the process of globalization, and the social benefits that can be derived by cultivating and galvanizing a culture of globally minded travelers dedicated to paying it forward.

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Putin’s Precarious Position: Part One

In part one, Stefano Spensieri examines how Putin has placed Russia in a difficult financial situation due to aggressive military expansion.

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The Islamic State’s War on Culture?

The looting and destruction of antiquities in Iraq and Syria by the Islamic State terror front threatens to wipe out the cultural legacy of the Bronze and Iron ages; the Greek, Roman, and Byzantine civilizations; and Sufi and Shi’ite traditions.

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India’s Rape Laws and the Uber Ban

Uber, a Silicon Valley start-up that offers users easy access to cheap and reliable transportation, has become extremely popular worldwide. Recently, the government of Delhi banned Uber after a 26-year-old woman accused an Uber taxi driver of rape. The accused later confessed to the crime and was arrested. Sexual violence against women is rampant in Read More…

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The Possibility of a FIFA 2018 Boycott

Alia El Didi examines the possibility of a Western boycott of the 2018 FIFA World Cup to be hosted in Russia

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Canada’s Anti-Terror Legislation: Balancing Freedoms and Security

Eric Sabiti looks into Bill C-51 and discusses its ramifications on security and surveillance.

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Ideological Warfare and The Use of Propaganda

Considering the level of global interconnectivity in the 21st century, Christopher Abbot asks the question, how are political actors using propaganda to influence their audience?

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Food for Thought– Future Challenges of Agricultural Production

Malcolm examines how agricultural production has hit a wall, and discusses what can be done to minimize the impact.

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The Cold War’s Last Frontier: Where North Korea Meets South

Adena Eliasoph explores the history of rivalry on the Korean Peninsula, and the prospect of reunification following the 25th anniversary of the fall of communism in Europe. Adena shares a personal reflection and photos from her visit to the DMZ and Panmunjom in December 2014.