Trade in the Political Crosshairs: Europe & Africa
Tuesday, March 4 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Abramson Family Founders Room
As rising protectionism, evolving regional trade agreements, and shifting US policies reshape global trade, this timely conference will bring together leading policymakers, business leaders, and academics to discuss key challenges and opportunities for Africa, Europe, and beyond. The conference features a keynote address and two panel discussions on Africa’s trade resilience, the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), Europe’s strategic responses to protectionism, and more. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from experts on the rapidly evolving trade landscape.
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Conflict Cuisine: Diaspora, Identity, and the Power of Food in DC
Wednesday, March 5 | 2:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | MGC 128
Washington has long been a home to various diasporas, from those fleeing conflicts like Vietnam, Afghanistan, El Salvador and Ethiopia, to those displaced by climate change. These communities bring with them unique culinary identities that shape our local food culture. Food is political, and the cuisines of the diaspora reflect broader geopolitical issues. This event will explore these diverse culinary traditions, highlighting how food has become a tool for social integration and diplomacy. SIS professor Johanna Mendelson Forman’s ConflictCuisine® course, founded in 2015, continues to study how food fosters peace, justice, and cultural exchange.
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Farsi Lectures in Islamic Peace
Melancholy Acts: Defeat and Cultural Critique in the Arab World
Thursday, March 6 | 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. | Abramson Family Founders Room
Nouri Gana, Professor of Comparative Literature at UCLA, and SIS professor Douaa Sheet, will explore Arab perspectives on the crises in Palestine and Syria, through the lens of Arab literature. Gana, author of Melancholy Acts, examines how Arab writers and artists have responded to trauma, oppression, and injustice. Following the conversation, there will be a Q&A session.
The Farsi Lectures in Islamic Peace bring the voices of Muslim thinkers, artists, and activists to SIS, with the generous support of AU alumnus Hani Farsi and the Mohamed S. Farsi Chair of Islamic Peace, SIS professor Elizabeth F. Thompson.
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Voices of Change: Women Leading Peace Through Education, Advocacy, and Justice
Tuesday, March 18 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | Kerwin Hall 301
Commemorating the 11th anniversary of the Declaration of Peace Cessation of War (DPCW), Mayor Alyia Gaskins of Alexandria, Virginia, and State Sen. Barbara Favola of Virginia join us during Women’s History Month to discuss advancing peace through education, advocacy, and legal action. The panel will be moderated by the Women & Politics Institute (WPI) Executive Director, Betsy Fischer Martin. Claudine Kuradusenge-McLeod, Chair of the SIS department of Peace, Human Rights & Cultural Relations, will deliver welcome remarks.
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Ambassadors Up-Close: Spotlight on NATO and European Security
Tuesday, March 18 | 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Abramson Family Founders Room
The Trump administration’s decision to launch negotiations with Russia to try and end the war in Ukraine could have far-reaching consequences on the future of European security and NATO.
H.E. Julianne Smith, an SIS alumna and recently the US Permanent Representative to NATO, will cover these key topics and more. SIS professors Jim Goldgeier and Garret Martin will moderate the discussion, which will be followed by an audience Q&A.
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Newroz Cultural Celebration
Wednesday, March 19 | 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. | Abramson Family Founders Room
The Global Kurdish Initiative for Peace invites you to an evening reception to celebrate Newroz. Enjoy Kurdish music, food, and cultural festivities as we honor this festival of renewal, hope, and solidarity. Newroz marks the arrival of spring and coincides with the spring equinox. It is cherished by diverse cultures and ethnic groups across the Middle East and Central Asia, symbolizing renewal, unity, and the beauty of multicultural traditions. Feel free to wear traditional attire to add to the celebration.
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3rd Annual Changing Aid Conference
Friday, March 21 | 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Abramson Family Founders Room
How can we better understand and support positive changes in the aid sector faced with a rapidly evolving landscape? What can we learn to inform what we can do better at SIS to prepare ourselves for the future of aid? Join students, faculty, and alumni at the 3rd Annual Changing Aid Conference on Friday, March 21st to explore these questions. As the development sector undergoes major shifts, we’ll have a timely discussion on the impact of federal changes on the US's role in global development, humanitarian, health, and democracy efforts.
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2025 Nancy Weiser Ignatius Lecture on the Environment
Tuesday, April 1 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | Abramson Family Founders Room
On the first day of Earth Month, SIS is thrilled to welcome Katherine Hayhoe, Paul Whitfield Horn Distinguished Professor and Endowed Chair in Public Policy in Public Law, Department of Political Science, Texas Tech University, to deliver this year’s Ignatius Lecture. Don’t miss the chance to hear about her work in community-based planning and campaigns to address environmental protection and environmental health policy both locally and nationally. After the lecture, Katherine will speak with Center for Environment, Community, & Equity Director and SIS professor, Dana Fisher with an audience Q&A. A reception will follow.
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Genocide Awareness Month
In April we will commemorate Genocide Awareness Month with a series of events:
- April 10th: Democratic Republic of the Congo
- April 18th: Indonesia and East Timor
- April 22nd: Armenia
These events will offer a chance to reflect on the impact of genocide and its history in these regions. Look out for more information in future Bulletins.
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