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Review of Born in Blackness: Africa, Africans, and the Making of the Modern World, 1471 to the Second World War
Get PDFEffects of Climate Change on Women’s Security Dynamics in Baragoi, Samburu County, Kenya
Get PDFThe paper unearths how climate change influences women’s security dynamics in fragile and conflict-affected contexts in Baragoi Samburu County Kenya. It provides an opportunity to rethink security. Security responses must be at par with evolving security underlying forces. One of the precursors is that individuals and groups that were traditionally excluded from combat both as participants and targets such as women and children have now become prime targets. This demands a shift in strategy by not only focusing on traditional threats but also getting more specific linking our approaches to gendered non-traditional security threats. Alternative soft power approaches to addressing insecurity are timely. Framing response to banditry as war creates a narrative with several implications that are suited to extend, stigmatize and prolong the violence. As Baragoi populace, continue to struggle with the adverse impacts of climate shocks, banditry, and hard power securitized interventions. An additional revelation is the interlink between low response that further aggravates women’s adaptation to the conflict-climate nexus and fragility. It is agreeable that the climate crisis is a threat to everyone. However, it does not affect everyone to the same extent, and too often magnifies gender inequalities. Gender and identity can either undermine or support security resilience in response to shocks. More broadly, climate “uneven vulnerability” and gender inequality overlap to shape women’s adaptation and resilience. There is growing evidence that the adverse effects of climate change increases both “risk” and “severity” of violent conflict on women. However, the impact of climate change has not yet been adequately incorporated into fragility or analysis of women peace security dynamics. In view of the multi-faceted nature of gendered causal factors and rapid evolving trends, timely and fresh perspectives and approaches are required to foster resilience, mitigation and adaptation. In this context, comprehensive gendered early warning and response systems play a substantial role in building absorptive capacity and reducing the impact of hazards. At the same time, timely response on early warning by governments and other authorities can significantly mitigate the effects of disasters and decrease mortality rates. The better we understand what drives the “differentiated outcomes”, the better policies and interventions can be tailored to strengthen resilience for all. This calls for new diplomatic shift in security to revolve around conflict-climate risks. Gender Inclusion has to be at the center of prevention efforts. The above discourse serves as a poignant testament to the complex tapestry which serves as setback in knowledge regeneration, policy, practice and to a great extent, the constrictions of “traditional security” vis-a-vis “nontraditional approaches”. The study employed a qualitative method of data collection to obtain secondary data. Specifically, this design highlighted the perspectives, history, perceptions, expectations and social construction of the thematic areas. The study, therefore, is one of the ways to intervene on the long protracted conflict which is a congruence of political, social, cultural and security dimensions. The human security approach is intended to present an inclusive, participatory platform, with “equal power dynamics” and “diverse perspectives” to integrate climate risks into security and development plans. The study also provides policy recommendations and some of the best practices
Review of The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory: American Evangelicals in an Age of Extremism
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Kendrick Lamar’s \u3ci\u3eTo Pimp a Butterfly\u3c/i\u3e: A Commentary on Racial Inequality and Systemic Oppression
Get PDFThis paper explores Kendrick Lamar\u27s album, To Pimp a Butterfly, and how his lyrics reflect the societal issue of racial inequality through examination of police brutality, institutionalized racism, and cultural erasure of Black communities. Also examined is Lamar’s positive impact on Black communities. Through powerful lyrics, Lamar brings awareness to the challenges faced by Black individuals. Lamar addresses feelings of hopelessness and depression, inequitable policies, and an increase in gun violence and addiction, all due to systemic oppression. As such, Lamar’s work has sparked meaningful conversations about identity and mental health, reminding us that music brings societal issues, such as racial inequality, into focus. The album, To Pimp a Butterfly, not only serves as a source of entertainment, but also inspires and encourages Black communities to confront and challenge issues of racial inequality
The Prevalence and Prevention of Female ACL Tears
Get PDFInjury to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is an important concern for female athletes, particularly for those who participate in high-impact sports, as they may be more susceptible to this type of injury. Despite the predominance of ACL injuries in female sports, there remains a lack of awareness and exposure regarding the topic, even after decades of research on the matter. This disparity underscores the need for improved education, preventative strategies, and specialized training programs to address the unique risks faced by women in sports
Know before you go: How did the rise of Wastewater-Based Surveillance during the Covid-19 pandemic change the privacy of today\u27s public in the United States, and is government action ethically necessary?
Get PDFThe Covid-19 pandemic changed the world in a number of ways. One of the most drastic changes took place in government handling of public health. Because of the extremely short timeframe in which policy makers needed to make decisions, wastewater-based surveillance (WBS) became imperative to understanding the spread of Covid-19. As the world recovers from the pandemic, WBS is still being utilized, although for different purposes. Substance use, the spread of other diseases, and even specific genetic information can all be tracked through wastewater, leaving a series of moral questions up for debate. Although WBS is still a relevant asset to the understanding of public health, personal data should be scrambled before researchers analyze wastewater in order to protect personal freedoms and privacy. Governments should enact policies to mandate the use of human read scrubbers, limit specific personal data from being analyzed, and ensure strong security measures before furthering the applications of WBS
Study Abroad at CSB+SJU: A History
Get PDFStudying in another country while a student at CSB+SJU has a long history. Learn about the early stages of establishing study abroad options for students and how the program evolved over time. Under different administrators and with varying names (e.g. International Study, Education Abroad, and Global Education), it became a significant aspect of many students’ liberal arts education experience
Harmony Unveiled: Navigating the Trinity’s Practical Symphony with LaCugna and Augustine
Get PDFThis paper compares Catherine M. LaCugna\u27s practical take on the Trinity with Augustine\u27s theoretical insights. LaCugna highlights real-world implications, while Augustine delves into philosophical intricacies. Despite differences, both converge on perichoresis, emphasizing an inseparable communion within the Triune God. Together, they offer a holistic view—bridging theory and practice for spiritual fulfillment and communal harmony