Society, Culture, and Security

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 Imperial and Religious Roots of Anti-Homosexuality Legislation in the Global South and Eastern Europe

In his latest article, Kabir Bhatia explores Uganda’s, Goa’s, and Russia’s anti-homosexuality stances, and their roots in the doctrines of the Orthodox and Catholic churches.
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ISIS, the Paris Attacks, and Islamic Radicalization in the West

An upswing of violence has plagued the Middle East for the better part of two decades, and has begun to spill onto foreign shores in the form of brutal acts of terror. With a power void in the Middle East following the withdrawal of coalition forces, the Islamic State (IS), the most brutal and violent Read More…
Canada Culture Kabir Bhatia North Korea Rights Society Society, Culture, and Security The United States of America

Interviewgate: A Tale of the Balance between Freedom of Expression and Security Pre-emption

In his latest article, Kabir Bhatia explores the Sony hack, the controversial film The Interview, and the importance of the continued protection of freedom of expression.

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The Kenyatta Trial Suggests that the ICC is Still a Work in Progress

In his latest article, Malcolm McEachern discusses the limitations of the International Criminal Court.