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37th & The World
Georgetown Journal of International Affairs (GJIA)
64 episodes
1 week ago
Across Africa, individuals with albinism fight for visibility and survival. In this episode, the Georgetown Journal of International Affairs speaks with Bonface Massah, Executive Director of the Africa Albinism Network, on social stigma, health risks, and legal protections for individuals with albinism in Africa. Mr. Massah offers insight into the cultural context driving discrimination, the impact of climate change on health issues, and the role of African states in upholding human rights no...
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Across Africa, individuals with albinism fight for visibility and survival. In this episode, the Georgetown Journal of International Affairs speaks with Bonface Massah, Executive Director of the Africa Albinism Network, on social stigma, health risks, and legal protections for individuals with albinism in Africa. Mr. Massah offers insight into the cultural context driving discrimination, the impact of climate change on health issues, and the role of African states in upholding human rights no...
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37th & The World
37th & The World: Rights of Persons with Albinism in Africa
Across Africa, individuals with albinism fight for visibility and survival. In this episode, the Georgetown Journal of International Affairs speaks with Bonface Massah, Executive Director of the Africa Albinism Network, on social stigma, health risks, and legal protections for individuals with albinism in Africa. Mr. Massah offers insight into the cultural context driving discrimination, the impact of climate change on health issues, and the role of African states in upholding human rights no...
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1 week ago
10 minutes

37th & The World
37th & The World: Nuclear Diplomacy in an Uncertain Age (Conversation with Dr. Francesca Giovannini)
In a world where great-power competition intensifies and technology reshapes the balance of power, how can nuclear governance remain credible and cooperative? In this episode, the Georgetown Journal of International Affairs speaks with Dr. Francesca Giovannini, Executive Director of the Project on Managing the Atom at Harvard Kennedy School’s Belfer Center, to examine the evolving landscape of nuclear nonproliferation, science diplomacy, and global energy strategy. Dr. Giovannini offers insig...
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3 weeks ago
29 minutes

37th & The World
37th & The World: Less Money, More Conflicts — Can Humanitarian Aid Stay Neutral?
Conflicts are multiplying while donations fall. How do you keep life-saving work running and neutral when the math gets harsher? In this episode, GJIA speaks with Marc Rivers, Chief Financial Officer of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), about making tough financial choices to keep civilians at the center of humanitarian action. In this episode, Marc Rivers digs into what gets cut and what is protected no matter what, how long core operations can last if donations dip, and a...
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1 month ago
15 minutes

37th & The World
37th & The World: Inuit Youth, Indigenous Knowledge, and Arctic Climate Policy
Climate change is one of the most pressing issues of our time but who should shape the policies that guide our response? In this episode, Eleanor Hughes from GJIA speaks with four voices at the heart of the CINUK research program: Dr. Maeva Gauthier (University of Victoria), Carmen Smith (CINUK Communications & Coordination Team), and Inuit youth leaders Carmen Kuptana and Eriel Lugt from Tuktoyaktuk, Northwest Territories. Together, they explore how climate policy, Indigenous knowl...
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1 month ago
47 minutes

37th & The World
37th & The World: Mediating War and Shaping Peace (A Conversation with Dr. Diana Negroponte)
From Ukraine to Sudan to the Middle East, the world is caught in a web of protracted conflicts—but who has the credibility to mediate peace, and what does true diplomatic leadership look like in times of crisis? In this episode, GJIA sits down with Dr. Diana Villiers Negroponte, renowned historian, diplomat, and author, to explore the hard truths and hopeful possibilities of international mediation. Drawing on her deep experience—including her work alongside Ambassador John Negroponte and her...
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2 months ago
24 minutes

37th & The World
37th & The World: Navigating Innovation and National Security with Justin Fanelli
As digital transformation reshapes the landscape of national defense, the U.S. Navy stands at the forefront of integrating emerging technologies to enhance operational readiness and strategic decision-making. In this episode, GJIA sits down with Justin Fanelli, Chief Architect at the Department of the Navy, to explore how the Navy is navigating the complex balance between innovation and mission-critical reliability. They discuss the Department’s top priorities in leveraging AI, data systems, ...
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4 months ago
1 hour 8 minutes

37th & The World
37th & The World: Mexico’s and Qatar’s Evolving Partnership
In this interview, Guillermo Ordorica, Mexico’s Ambassador to Qatar since 2022, discusses the growing economic and cultural ties between Mexico and Qatar. Ambassador Ordorica highlights significant milestones, including Mexico’s participation in the FIFA World Cup 2022 and introducing a halal certification program to facilitate meat exports. He also addresses plans for the 2026 Year of Culture, opportunities for collaboration in renewable energy, and Mexico’s role as a strategic trade gateway...
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7 months ago
18 minutes

37th & The World
37th & The World: Indonesia’s Leadership in ASEAN and Global Strategy
Indonesia has played a pivotal role in shaping ASEAN’s regional strategy, demonstrating leadership in addressing critical issues such as maritime security and climate resilience. By balancing strategic partnerships and championing regional unity, Indonesia continues to adapt to the evolving geopolitical landscape. In this episode, Ali Unar sat down with The Honorable Sade Bimantra, Indonesia’s Charge d’Affaires, to discuss Indonesia’s leadership within ASEAN and its broader global strategy. T...
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8 months ago
35 minutes

37th & The World
37th & The World: The Global Education Challenge
"Education is in crisis—a crisis of performance, a crisis of resources, and hence, the whole trajectory of society is in crisis." – Laura Frigenti, CEO of the Global Partnership for Education (GPE). GPE has transformed global education funding, ensuring that children in over 90 countries—especially in low-income and fragile states—receive access to quality learning opportunities. From mobilizing $11 billion in education financing to pioneering innovative funding models, GPE continues to adapt...
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9 months ago
36 minutes

37th & The World
37th & The World: Reimagining Education for a Changing World
In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Luis Benveniste, the World Bank's global director for education, shares his visionary insights on the intersection of education, innovation, and international stability. From leveraging education as a geopolitical tool to fostering entrepreneurial thinking, we explore bold strategies to disrupt cycles of poverty and create equity in education.Dr. Benveniste offers candid takes on the promise and pitfalls of AI in classrooms, the role of EdTech in reachin...
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9 months ago
25 minutes

37th & The World
37th & The World: U.S.-Latin American Relations Under Trump 2.0
How will a second Trump Administration affect Latin American–U.S. relations? How will Trump's tariffs harm the Americas' economies? In this episode, GJIA speaks with Dr. Benjamin Gedan, the director of the Latin America program at the Wilson Center, to discuss what a second Trump presidency will mean for foreign policy toward Latin America. Contact Us! Support the show . . . To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.georgetown.edu. Keep up to date with more...
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10 months ago
13 minutes

37th & The World
37th & The World: Peace Education and the Future of Cyprus
Since 1964, the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (UNFICYP) has aimed to prevent further fighting between the Greek and Turkish Cypriot communities. Today, UNFICYP peacekeeping forces include over 800 personnel from 14 countries. In this episode, GJIA sits down with Marios Antoniou, a peace educator in Cyprus, to discuss his work promoting a culture of peace in his divided homeland. Contact Us! Support the show . . . To read more about key trends in international affairs, he...
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11 months ago
18 minutes

37th & The World
37th & The World: The Growing Threat of Technology–Facilitated Gender–Based Violence (TFGBV)
As the digital landscape evolves, the "growing threat and consequences of technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV) must be addressed by those working to advance the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Agenda," argues Kristine Bekgaard, a Research Fellow at the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace, and Security (GIWIPS). In this episode, GJIA sits down with Kristine Baekgaard and Joshua Allen, previously a research fellow at GIWIPS, to discuss this emerging issue in Women, Peace, an...
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11 months ago
31 minutes

37th & The World
37th & The World: The United Kingdom Cuts Coal
Historically known as one of the largest coal producers during the industrial era, Britain has become the first G7 country to stop coal production today. In this episode, GJIA sits down with Frankie Moyo, a Senior Energy & Climate Analyst at the global energy think tank Ember. Frankie leads the UK policy analysis at Ember, focusing on renewable deployment, negative emissions technologies, and the cast of supporting technologies in the fossil fuel transition. He has previously produced fut...
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11 months ago
14 minutes

37th & The World
37th & The World: 5in5 for the week of October 13, 2024
This week, Israeli forces killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, the alleged mastermind behind the October 7th attacks, in a targeted operation seen as a potential turning point in the Gaza conflict. A deadly Al-Shabab suicide bombing in Mogadishu, Somalia, left seven dead and six injured. Intelligence reveals North Korea is sending troops to fight alongside Russia in Ukraine, with thousands expected to join. In Myanmar, Muslims are joining Christian and Buddhist groups in a unified resistance aga...
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1 year ago
5 minutes

37th & The World
37th & The World: Bridging the Legal Gap for "Climate Refugees"
As climate change escalates, millions of people are projected to be displaced in the coming decades. However, the people displaced in the context of climate change and natural disasters, colloquially known as “climate refugees,” currently lack formal recognition and protection under international law. To address this gap and explore potential solutions for an international legal framework for climate refugees, GJIA welcomes attorney Caitlan M. Sussman, who spoke about her 2023 article, “A Glo...
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1 year ago
17 minutes

37th & The World
37th & The World: 5in5 for the week of August 11, 2024
In this week's "Five in Five" segment, we cover the harrowing kidnapping of the Director of Libya's Central Bank, an unfolding Ukrainian advantage in Kursk, and an escalating and intense standoff between China and Indonesia in the South China Sea Waterway. Contact Us! Support the show . . . To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.georgetown.edu. Keep up to date with more from the Georgetown Journal of International Affairs: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twi...
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1 year ago
5 minutes

37th & The World
37th & The World: 5in5 for the week of August 4, 2024
In this week's 'Five in Five' segment, we cover the eruption of anti-immigrant riots in England, diplomatic tensions in the Middle East following the assassination of Hamas and Hezbollah leaders, the swearing-in of Muhammad Yunus as Bangladesh's interim leader, escalating anti-government protests in Kenya, and the cancellation of Taylor Swift's Austrian shows due to a foiled terrorist plot. Contact Us! Support the show . . . To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gj...
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1 year ago
6 minutes

37th & The World
37th & The World: Political Prisoners and How Individuals Can Help (Part 2)
August 2024 saw one of the most complex prisoner exchanges between the United States, Germany, Russia, and other countries. It also brought the return of several well-known wrongfully imprisoned individuals, including Evan Gershkovich, Vladimir Kara-Murza, Alsu Kermasheva, Paul Whelan, and more. The experience of political prisoners, however, often goes unseen by the general public. In the second half of this two-part interview, GJIA discusses the brutal tactics against political prisoners ...
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1 year ago
19 minutes

37th & The World
37th & The World: 5in5 for the week of July 29, 2024
As strikes on Hezbollah and Hamas leaders made headlines this week, Nicolás Maduro claimed victory in Venezuela with over 70 percent of the vote despite claims of electoral fraud. Meanwhile, on Thursday, the largest prisoner exchange between the West and Russia took place, securing the release of several prominent Russian political prisoners like Evan Gershkovich. Contact Us! Support the show . . . To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.georgetown.edu. ...
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1 year ago
6 minutes

37th & The World
Across Africa, individuals with albinism fight for visibility and survival. In this episode, the Georgetown Journal of International Affairs speaks with Bonface Massah, Executive Director of the Africa Albinism Network, on social stigma, health risks, and legal protections for individuals with albinism in Africa. Mr. Massah offers insight into the cultural context driving discrimination, the impact of climate change on health issues, and the role of African states in upholding human rights no...