Fireside Chat with Raouf Farrah: Bridging social science research and activism in complex contexts.

Gain valuable insights into the intersection of research, policy, and activism and discover pathways for your journey.

Join us for an engaging Fireside Chat featuring Raouf Farrah, alumnus and recipient of the Dean's Future Leaders Award, and Dr. Joshua Ramisch, Director of the School of International Development and Global Studies.

Raouf Farrah, a distinguished alumnus of the Faculty of Social Sciences and a rising leader in social science research in Africa, will share his inspiring journey from uOttawa to the forefront of the continent’s research and activism. With a robust multidisciplinary academic foundation and extensive professional experience, Raouf has cultivated a unique perspective that fuels his impactful career and unwavering commitment to justice and freedom for communities

Currently holding a prominent position at the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime, Raouf focuses on critical issues such as illicit economies, migration, and the intersection of conflict and human rights in North Africa and the Sahel. Driven by a commitment to evidence-based policy, practical solutions, and integrating decolonial and critical approaches in Africa, he addresses some of the world’s most pressing challenges with determination and insight.

In Conversation with Dr. Joshua Ramisch
Dr. Ramisch, director of the School of International Development and Global Studies, will guide the discussion, delving into Raouf’s impactful work across the Maghreb and Sahel regions and exploring the challenges of conducting research and activism in complex and dynamic contexts.

Why attend?

This Fireside Chat is more than a conversation—it’s a chance to connect with a trailblazing alumnus and explore how uOttawa graduates influence global change. Gain valuable insights into the intersection of research, policy, and activism and discover pathways for your journey.