Event Type: General Public
Guaranteeing Legal Aid & Access to Justice in post-conflict societies- the case of Timor-Leste
2024 World Fellow Nino Ximenes, will discuss legal aid and access to justice in post-conflict societies by sharing the example of his home country of Timor-Leste. Mr. Ximenes is Oxfam International Country Director for Timor-Leste where he leads an international country team and strives, alongside local civil society partner organizations and communities, to tackle challenges of climate justice, gender equality and gender justice, inclusive economic development, and civic participation. Before joining Oxfam, Fausto was a Development Economist and Senior Policy Advisor to the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), a Graduate Researcher with the University of Oxfordâs Changing Character of War (CCW) Centre where he undertook research and developed a case…
More InformationOn the Frontlines of Climate Violence: Journalist Peter Schwartzstein in conversation with Yale World Fellows Leon McCarron and Roba El Husseini
Peter Schwartzstein is an award-winning British-American journalist and researcher, who has reported on water, food security, and particularly the conflict-climate nexus across more than thirty countries in the Middle East, Africa, and occasionally further afield. He mostly writes for National Geographic, but his work also regularly appears in the New York Times, BBC, Foreign Affairs, and many other outlets. He is a Global Fellow with the Wilson Center’s Environmental Change and Security Program, a TED fellow, and a fellow at the Center for Climate and Security. Based in Athens, Greece, he consults for a range of UN agencies and iNGOs. The Heat and the Fury is his first book, which…
More InformationDisentangling Disinformation | Online Hate & Offline Harm: Implications of Social Media Usage in Humanitarian Settings
Federica Du Pasquier is a delegate at the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), most recently coordinating its humanitarian diplomacy globally around the armed conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Federica previously advised the ICRC President on digitalization, the institutional strategy, and roll-out of key diplomatic initiatives, with a focus on advancing the ICRCâs role as a neutral intermediary. In parallel, she spearheaded a partnership with the Swiss Polytechnic Schools to develop innovative solutions for more impactful humanitarian action. Prior to this, Federica contributed to ICRCâs protection activities and dialog with authorities in Ethiopia, Syria and the Occupied Palestinian Territory, and to its legal and diplomatic outreach at the UN…
More InformationWounded Tigris: A discussion on Iraq, its legacy and future, and the purpose of exploration in the 21st century
Join 2023 World Fellow Guy Disney as he leads a book discussion with Leon McCarron, the author of Wounded Tigris: A River Journey Through the Cradle of Civilization. Leon McCarron is an award-winning writer, broadcaster and explorer from Northern Ireland. He is a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society, the Geographical Society of Philadelphia’s Explorer of the Year, and is known for long-distance expeditions and immersive multimedia storytelling. In the past decade he has travelled over 50,000km by human power, and is currently based in Iraq. Guy Disney is a military veteran, disability advocate, explorer, and horse jockey. He served two tours in Afghanistan, with his second tour served as…
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CAS Talk: African Solutions to Africa's Problems in a Multi Polar World - Proposals by the 2023 World Fellows from Africa
African Solutions to Africa’s Problems in a Multi Polar World – Proposals by the 2023 World Fellows from Africa Featuring: Abdouramane Diallo: Increasing intra Africa trade, a Strategic Imperative for Africa Naasu Fofanah: Promoting African Women’s Economic Empowerment Through Innovative Financing Ann Iyonu: Unconventional Diplomacy in Africa Janah Ncube: Positioning the African Union to Respond to Geopolitical Pressures in a Multi Polar World
More InformationAssessing Global Reactions to the Uyghur Crisis
The symposium aims to shed light on the genocidal dimensions of the on-going persecution of the Uyghurs and to provide a platform for scholars, activists, and community members to engage in discussions on the human rights violations being committed against the Uyghur people and explore strategies for addressing this urgent crisis. Accompanying the symposium, the Uyghur Academy, in conjunction with interested student groups at Yale, will showcase various elements of Uyghur culture.
More InformationGlobal Clean Energy Perspectives
Panel presentation at the Yale Clean Energy Conference – Aligning Innovation, Equity, and Investment Speakers: Arpita Bhattacharyya (Chief Climate Officer at DOE Loan Programs Office), Smita Rakesh (Vice President at Social Alpha), and Binbin Wang (Assistant President at Institute of Climate Change and Sustainable Development)
More InformationBIOMES: Bridging Issues & Optimizing Methods in Environmental Studies
About the Series: Over the last twelve years, the Yale School of the Environment has held a weekly seminar series, called BIOMES, which has been the Schoolâs flagship forum for bringing cutting-edge research and impactful work to the community. BIOMES stands for âBridging Issues & Optimizing Methods in Environmental Studiesâ The series is a community-sourced and student-led effort designed to bring different perspectives to YSEâs main stage. Please register in advance at https://cglink.me/2dA/r2131834 Lunch is provided for in-person attendees.
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PRFDHR Seminar: AI, Digital Identities, Biometrics, Blockchain: How the Use of Technology is Changing Migration Globally, Dr. Raphaela Schweiger
The seminar led by Dr. Raphaela Schweiger will delve into the profound impacts of digitalization and technological advancements on migration and refugee policies. In a world shaped by rapid technological change, this seminar offers an exploration of the evolving landscape, both globally and in some specific cases in Africa, the Middle East, Europe and North America. Technology has already begun reshaping the experiences of migrants, refugees, and those on the move. From AI-powered virtual psychotherapy in refugee camps to blockchain-based solutions for identity verification, the migration management field is undergoing a profound evolution. The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated these digitalization processes, demanding swift policy adaptation. The seminar will investigate the…
More InformationFrom scars of war to diplomatic leadership: a talk with the Foreign Minister of Sierra Leone
The International Leadership Center and the MacMillan Center Council on African Studies will host a conversation with Timothy Musa Kabba who will discuss his personal journey from child soldier to Minister of Foreign Affairs, leading his countryâs efforts in the UN Security Council as it navigates global food and energy shocks and regional coups. Also a former Minister of Mines and Mineral Resources, he will discuss the role of natural resources in Sierra Leoneâs development agenda.
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