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Libya's Elections

Libya's long-awaited presidential elections are once again on hold, delayed in December 2021 in order to clarify the legal basis for the elections and candidate eligibility. While a fragile ceasefire has largely held, disputes over who can run for the presidency threaten to complicate the situation.

Navalny: Putin's Nemesis, Russia's Future?

Who is Alexei Navalny? Poisoned in August 2020 and transported to Germany for treatment, the politician returned to Russia in January 2021 in the full glare of the world media. His immediate detention at passport control set the stage for an explosive showdown with Vladimir Putin.

Helping Distressed or Distressing Students: A Practical Application

This session assists participants’ efforts to respond to distressed or distressing students, distinguishing between anxiety, depression, suicidality, or those who may present as aggressive or violent. Participants will focus on practical application by examining scenarios with the facilitator to develop effective responding skills to distressed or distressing students.

On Civilian Harm

On Civilian Harm, an open-access book from PAX, draws attention to the broader negative impact that violent conflict and international interventions have on civilians, challenging stakeholders to broaden the scope from civilian deaths as impact of conflict, to also include property damage, psychological trauma, displacement, and so on.

Turkey as a 'Model' of Muslim Authoritarianism?

Turkey’s recent transition to authoritarianism has been a curious topic for scholars who hailed it as as successful case of Muslim governance models.

Profits Built on Personal Data

Webinar:  Profits Built on Personal Data    

Time: Thursday, January 27th, 12PM-1PM EST 

New Books in Asian Studies: The Sound of Salvation with Guangtian Ha

In this upcoming edition of the 2022 New Books in Asian Studies series, the Sigur Center will host a discussion of The Sound of Salvation: Voice, Gender, and the Sufi Mediascape in China with author Guangtian Ha, Assistant Professor of Religion at Haverford College. The event will be moderated by Eric Schluessel, Assistant Professor of History and International Affairs at GW.

The CARE Team and CARE Referral Process

This session offers a space for faculty and staff to learn more about the CARE team, and how CARE referrals are assigned for further support and outreach.

Lumbering State, Restless Society: Egypt in the Modern Era with Nathan Brown, Amr Adly & Mona Atia

Lumbering State, Restless Society offers a comprehensive and compelling understanding of modern Egypt. Nathan J. Brown, Shimaa Hatab, and Amr Adly guide readers through crucial developments in Egyptian politics, society, and economics from the middle of the twentieth century through the present.

Title IX and Your Role in Creating Protective Environments

In this session, we will explore what Title IX means for the GW community, and the responsibilities and roles that staff, faculty, and admin play in creating safe environments and in responding to disclosures of sexual harassment (including sexual violence, dating and domestic violence, and stalking). Presented by the Title IX Office

Faith, Trust, & Respect: Fighting Food Insecurity at GW

This session addresses the issue of food insecurity among GW students. The session will raise participants' awareness of the services and resources in place to help members of the GW community who are food-insecure, especially how individuals may sign up to access The Store, GW's food pantry, and how faculty and staff can get involved. Presented by The Store

Trauma Informed Care in Practice

This training will cover topics from the Trauma-Informed Care workshop - it will lay the foundation for practices in trauma-informed care in any work setting.

Title IX and Your Role in Creating Protective Environments

In this session, we will explore what Title IX means for the GW community, and the responsibilities and roles that staff, faculty, and admin play in creating safe environments and in responding to disclosures of sexual harassment (including sexual violence, dating and domestic violence, and stalking). Presented by the Title IX Office

Q&A with a CHC Medical Provider

Hosted by Caroline Kemp, Family Nurse Practitioner at the Colonial Health Center, this session is focused on medical services provided to students and how to access primary care at the CHC. Particpants are encouraged to bring questions they would liketo have answered or scenarios they would like to work through. Presented by the Colonial Health Center

The CARE Team and CARE Referral Process

This session offers a space for faculty and staff to learn more about the CARE team, and how CARE referrals are assigned for further support and outreach.

Helping Distressed or Distressing Students: An Examination of Your Scenarios

Participants will to be able to interactively examine various scenarios related to student mental health. Attendees are encouraged to come with specific scenarios they have encountered regarding student mental health concerns to discuss approaches and continue to learn from one another on how best to respond to student concerns.

Trauma Informed Care in Practice

This training will cover topics from the Trauma-Informed Care workshop - it will lay the foundation for practices in trauma-informed care in any work setting.