Racial tensions do not begin and end in North America. Samara Zaifman explores the often ignored internal racism present in Jewish-Israeli society.
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WARNING: This Post Should Make You Uncomfortable
UN Peacekeepers have once again been accused of sexual assault while deployed. Unfortunately, as women, we know our value in a male-dominated world, even at our most vulnerable.
Hotel Canada: You Can’t Check-Out Anytime You Like, But You Can Definitely Leave
Victoria looks at the ramifications from Bill C-24 and the recent changes to the Citizenship Act in Canada. Is a guarantee of “loyalty” important for citizenship?
NATO HQ Sarajevo Welcomes A New Commander: Stand Back, It’s a Woman.
On June 10, 2015, U.S. Army Brig. Gen Giselle Wilz became the first female commander and Senior Military Representative of the NATO HQ Sarajevo.
“Little Ladies Shouldn’t Play With Swords”
Victoria looks at the reality in the fantasy world of Game of Thrones. Women in both the show and reality, are often used as pawns in war and conflict.
Bearing Down: Modernizing Russia’s Armed Forces
Hasan Siddiqui articulates Russia’s military ambitions, contextualizes it within the broader geopolitical situation in Europe as well as analysing NATO’s attitude towards it.
The Deschamps Report: A “Sexualized Culture” In The CAF
Jenny investigates the Deschamps report on sexual harassment in the CAF. Can the “sexualized culture” described be eradicated?
Canadian Forces Seeks New Recruits: Are you Ready, and Are They?
Kelsey Berg looks at the Canadian Forces’ most recent “Ready When You Are” national marketing campaign, and how successful it has been to increase recruitment.
Migrants and Refugees – Together, But Not the Same
Vanessa Hayford explains why distinguishing between migrants and refugees is a life-and-death issue.
In China, the “Century of Humiliation” Drives the Nationalist Narrative
John Pollock examines China’s recent drop in economic growth, and its effects on domestic nationalism and foreign events.