In the Twittersphere, information is shared and commented on. An ideal platform for journalists? Yes, if you’re OK with being up to your neck in mean-spirited comments.
In the Twittersphere, information is shared and commented on. An ideal platform for journalists? Yes, if you’re OK with being up to your neck in mean-spirited comments.
War and conflict cause immeasurable suffering for individuals, families, and communities. One of the least reported, least condemned crimes is conflict-related sexual violence—an invisible, cheap, and effective weapon of war that is rampant across ages, gender identities, and geographies.
War and conflict cause immeasurable suffering for individuals, families, and communities. One of the least reported, least condemned crimes is conflict-related sexual violence—an invisible, cheap, and effective weapon of war that is rampant across ages, gender identities, and geographies.
These days, most of us turn to online resources and social media for answers to our questions. But how can we make sure that what we read is accurate? We’re hearing more and more about “disinformation” and “fake news.” Some researchers even analyzed their impact on election results.
These days, most of us turn to online resources and social media for answers to our questions. But how can we make sure that what we read is accurate? We’re hearing more and more about “disinformation” and “fake news.” Some researchers even analyzed their impact on election results.
Pramila Patten, United Nations special representative of the secretary-general on sexual violence in conflict, has had an impressive career advocating for women’s rights, social justice and gender rights. On November 16, 2022, the University of Ottawa awarded her an honorary doctorate. In her acceptance speech, she paid tribute to her sources of inspiration and the countless women fighting for pea...
Pramila Patten, United Nations special representative of the secretary-general on sexual violence in conflict, has had an impressive career advocating for women’s rights, social justice and gender rights. On November 16, 2022, the University of Ottawa awarded her an honorary doctorate. In her accept...
On November 3, outgoing uOttawa chancellor Calin Rovinescu hosted the last Chancellor’s Debate of his term, which highlighted the need for a global solution to the increasing problem of displaced people.The debate featured a three-way dialogue that also included Allan Rock, uOttawa president emeritus and former Canadian ambassador to the UN, and Jennifer Bond, chair of the Global Refugee Sponsorsh...
On November 3, outgoing uOttawa chancellor Calin Rovinescu hosted the last Chancellor’s Debate of his term, which highlighted the need for a global solution to the increasing problem of displaced people.The debate featured a three-way dialogue that also included Allan Rock, uOttawa president emeritu...
On October 3rd, 2022, the University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Social Sciences, and the School of Social Work celebrated the inauguration of Anishinaabeg artwork, Kinistòtàdimin, which was created by three Anishinaabeg artists from Rapid Lake/Barrier Lake: Grace Ratt, Tina Nottaway, and Shannon Chief. The artwork reflects the artists’ Anishinaabe culture, the decolonization work undertaken by the Sch...
On October 3rd, 2022, the University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Social Sciences, and the School of Social Work celebrated the inauguration of Anishinaabeg artwork, Kinistòtàdimin, which was created by three Anishinaabeg artists from Rapid Lake/Barrier Lake: Grace Ratt, Tina Nottaway, and Shannon Chief. ...
Global Affairs Canada has partnered with uOttawa artists to tell a visual story about the global impact of their volunteer programs through a work of art.
Global Affairs Canada has partnered with uOttawa artists to tell a visual story about the global impact of their volunteer programs through a work of art.