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The Rupturing Regime: Syria’s Northern Collapse

Hasan Siddiqui highlights the newfound success of Syrian rebel groups in the North, what it comes with, and what it means for the current regime and potentially Syria’s future.

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Women Are Game Changers in Countering Violent Extremism: Part Two

Part Two of a series examining women’s role in countering violent extremism (CVE). This article discusses the need to focus on individuality in CVE programs particularly in regards to women, as well as integrating the interests of women’s groups in CVE efforts.

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Women Are Game Changers in Countering Violent Extremism: Part One

Part One of a two part series, Victoria examines the role of women in countering violent extremism (CVE) as well as the dialogue generated by CVE think-tanks and international organizations regarding this issue.

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A Human Rights Approach to Economic Equality: Part One

Examination of the most recent UN Women report, “Progress of the World’s Women 2015-2016” and the work that still remains to realize gender equality.

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A New Opportunity or an Additional Roadblock to Progress? Context to the right to drive campaigns in Saudi Arabia

Victoria examines the new realities for the right to drive campaigns in Saudi Arabia, including the possible opportunities and roadblocks.

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Canada and Myanmar’s Move Towards Global Acceptance

Hasan Siddiqui reassesses Myanmar’s transition towards accountability and transparency alongside recent developments in it’s domestic affairs.