Can the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie Be Less France-Centric?
The Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie (OIF) is one of many examples of former colonial powers continuing to exert influence over their former colonies. However, for the OIF to remain relevant in 2024, it must become less France-centric.
Addressing Conflict-Related Sexual Violence in Wartime Ukraine
Ukraine lacks essential CRSV policy in its fight against Russia, putting its citizens at risk.
Women Peacebuilders: Commonalities in Northern Ireland, Liberia, and Israel/Palestine
Across Northern Ireland, Liberia, and now Israel/Palestine, women peacebuilders use peace as a strategy in the face of conflict.
The United States Must Reassess Its Military Aid to Tunisia to Support Democracy
The Biden administration must reassess military aid to Tunisia to support democracy and regional stability in the Middle East and North Africa.
The Gender and Security Dilemma of Al-Hol
Investigating Al-Hol’s current state reveals complex dynamics that impact the residents and region.
Russia Distances Itself from Neighboring Afghan Refugees: Part Two
Russian migration policy rarely recognizes asylum and makes the process painstakingly long, particularly for their Afghan neighbors.
Russia Distances Itself from Neighboring Afghan Refugees: Part One
Russian migration policy rarely recognizes asylum and makes the process painstakingly long, particularly for their Afghan neighbors.
How Many Conflicts are Palestinian Women Fighting?
Palestinian women struggle against both obvious and hidden consequences of conflict.
Stopping Online Terrorism: Pulling the Plug on the Russian Imperial Movement
Despite its advanced transnational online networks, adding alternative social media sites within existing public-private frameworks, would render the Russian Imperial Movement vulnerable.
The Latest BRICS’ Expansion (But Probably Not the Last)
The latest BRICS’ expansion implies a paradigm shift for the group itself and for the international system.
Charting a Safer Course: Non-Nuclear Solutions to Nuclear Problems
China’s expanding nuclear arsenal could spark a new arms race that Washington should seek to avoid.
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals
The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program warrants close examination amidst ongoing legal and political debates.
2024 and Beyond: Building The EU’s Defense and Security Capacity
As the 2024 U.S. election approaches, the EU must confront its regional insecurity and become a more capable security and defense actor.
America’s Most Taboo Import: Mail-Order Brides
Addressing the influx of mail-order brides from the Philippines requires a collaborative anti-trafficking effort with the United States.
Cuba’s Chinese Listening Post: A Wake-Up Call for the United States
A new U.S. policy towards Cuba based on engagement, not isolation, would benefit both Cubans and Americans.
Digital Inequalities and Their Impact on Policy in a Technocratic World
Digital inequalities place developing countries at a disadvantage when competing with Western technocrats in policy-making
Applying a Gender Lens to Transitional Justice After Ethiopia’s Tigray War
Ethiopia’s government should amend its transitional justice plan to address how war exacerbated gender inequalities.
How Western Powers are Failing West Africa – and Why the Future is Grim
Western powers’ reliance on illegitimate regimes and insurgent competition will lead to years of violence.
Social Media Terrorism: Hamas and Hostage Videos
The ease of terrorist content proliferation online stokes the debate of internet censorship.
Gendering Humanitarian Aid in the Treatment of Syrian Refugees
Humanitarian assistance needs to recognize and include the needs of LGBTQ+ Syrian refugees.