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.
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“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.
From Benin City to the Shores of Italy: A New Hub of Human Trafficking
Seema explores the hidden world of human trafficking of Nigerian women into Italy, who are subsequently forced into the sex trade.
A Red Card for Russia’s World Cup Bid?
Foreign policy interpreter and soccer enthusiast Matt Korda explores how the World Cup could be utilized as a political sanction against Russia.
Talk to a Diplomat: Episode I
Colin McEwen relates a conversation with Dr. Szabó Stefánia, Consul General of Hungary in Toronto.