Ashley Boyes examines the Supreme Court of Canada’s decision to strike down three provisions of the Criminal Code relating to prostitution.
Women in Security
Women in Security covers a wide-range of issues as it explores the link between women, security, and development. As a forum to stimulate discussion and instructive debates, the NATO Association of Canada will examine the ways in which women both contribute to and are the focus of Canadian and NATO defence and security initiatives. This program also offers a critical look at the structures and institutions that shape the role of women in security at home and abroad.
The New Russian Vanguard: Pussy Riot
Maddalena Vani discusses Russian punk rock band Pussy Riot as an example of how women can positively alter violent patriarchal regimes and generate awareness of global inequality.
Gender Quotas: The Debate in Europe
Hamza Salahuddin assesses the arguments put forward by those for and against gender quotas in Europe.
Iconic Black Women Serving in NATO Member Governments
Maddalena Vani argues that the representation of women of colour in NATO member governments can help address issues of structural inequality.
A Career at NATO: Opportunities for Women to Support UNSCR1325
Maddalena Vani discusses possible careers for women at NATO.
The Blame Game: How Rape Culture Permeates the Globe
An analysis of how the pervasive global rape culture is impinging on women’s participation in the peace and security process.
Turkish Women in Isolation: AKP’s diminution of Women’s Rights
Maddalena Vani discusses the ongoing violence against women in Turkey under the AKP government.
Fighting to Empower Bedouin Women in Israel
Kristina Grinshpoon on how Amal Elsana Alh’jooj and Vivian Silver are fighting for the empowerment of Bedouin women in Israel.
December Toronto Roundtable – Women In Security
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Women of Resistance: Egyptian Liberation
Maddalena Vani on three Egyptian women and their current roles in Egypt.