The world is in the throes of multiple crises, from ongoing genocide and settler colonial violence, to evolving forms of authoritarian governance and imperial warfare. The theme of ‘impunity’ has become part of mainstream political discourse as both cause and effect of the current international (dis)order. What are the psycho-political and affective dimensions of impunity? […]
Fireside Chat with Jon Festinger, Moderated by Elicia Salzberg What happens when evolving technologies meet the law and your obligations? Join us for a conversation exploring the ethical, legal and technical issues arising from the use of AI technologies from a legal and business perspective. This will be the launchpad for a series of workshops […]
This free film screening and discussion of the award-winning documentary traces the development of human rights protections for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in Canada. This film is a call to action to the next generation to stand up in support of human rights. Pizza and drinks will be provided for attendees.
Big Tech companies are not just economic actors. They are governors of social, political, and cultural dynamics as well. In Political Science, we think that governance by states follows the logic of power and authority, whereas non-state governance follows the logic of authority. Big Tech companies, however, break the typical mold that has been developed […]
Disability Equality as an Ethical Project of Inclusion Disability rights law evokes notions of empowerment, recognition and inclusion of persons with disabilities. Yet, at this moment, members of the disability […]
We are delighted that Dr. Audra Simpson will visit UBC on October 14. The UBC Public Humanities Hub, in collaboration with the Institute for Critical Indigenous Studies, Centre for Climate Justice, and Institute for Gender, Race, Sexuality & Social Justice, co-presents: “Occupying Selves” or “How to be an Indian via Unciteable Pain” Speaker:Dr. Audra Simpson, […]
Curiosity moves us. Determination gets us there—because progress doesn’t happen on its own. See how we push forward.
