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The Eradication of Human African Trypanosomiasis in the Democratic Republic of Congo: Colonial Shadows and Global Responses
By Natsuko Matsukawa National Flags of DRC and Belgium. (Image Source: Alamy; https://tinyurl.com/mr36jtyz) 1. Introduction Human African Trypanosomiasis (HAT), also known as African sleeping sickness, is a vector-borne parasitic disease primarily transmitted by the tsetse fly. It is caused by two subspecies of Trypanosoma brucei, which is a protozoan, a single-celled parasitic flagellate: T.…
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Turning a Blind Eye – The politicization of Genocide: The case of Ethiopia
By Johanna Suh-Hee Rothe Content Warning: This piece contains descriptions and discussions of genocide, including references to mass violence, death, torture, sexual violence, and other forms of extreme human suffering. Reader discretion is advised. “The world must be ever alert to the warning signs of genocide, and act quickly and early to avert it.” [i]…
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Critical Minerals, Critical Choices: Ukraine’s Economic Diplomacy
Ukraine’s vast mineral resources, including major reserves of lithium, titanium, uranium, graphite, and rare earth elements. (Image Source: Visual Capitalist; https://www.visualcapitalist.com/mapped-ukraines-mineral-resources/) By Luca Mórocz (“Lucy”) The Argument for Sovereignty and National Identity The Russia-Ukraine war remains unresolved with three key factors shaping the trajectory: the balance of military power on the battlefield, economic and military…
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What About Our Boys? Reforming International Law to Recognize Male Victims of Sex Trafficking
A trafficked boy tied with rope. (Image Source: Photograph by HTWE via Shutterstock; https://www.shutterstock.com/image-photo/kidnapped-little-boy-tied-rope-tortured-1523488403) By Jeffrey M. Jordan, II Introduction Sex trafficking is often framed as an issue that predominantly affects women and girls, leaving a gap in legal protections and social recognition for male victims. With all the evidence and studies available today, the…
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Foreign Aid Cuts: A Wake-Up Call for Nepal’s Development Strategy
“A road to resilience.” The picture depicts a field visit to deliver cardamom saplings, where the vehicle got stranded in mud and monsoon. Years later, little has changed. In many parts of Nepal, half the year remains a struggle for access, as unpaved roads vanish under landslides and floods, leaving villages isolated and development out…
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Resilient Roots: The Persistence of Hungarian National Identity in Transcarpathia Amid Conflict and Change
Munkácsi Castle (Palanok Castle) rises above Mukachevo, Ukraine, symbolizing the historic presence of the Hungarian minority in the region. (Image Source: Wikimedia Commons. https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Munkacsivar.jpg. Licensed under CC-BY-SA-4.0.) By Luca Mórocz (”Lucy”) Why do ethnic Hungarians in Transcarpathia, Ukraine, continue to maintain a strong national Hungarian identity and attachment to Hungary within the context of conflict…
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Tourism vs. Agriculture in Dominica: The Impact of Economic Sector Prioritization on Food Security
Photo of Roseau, the capital of Dominica, as a cruise ship sits in the port. Roseau is the largest city and main economic hub on the island. (Image Source: Pixabay: https://pixabay.com/photos/dominica-roseau-caribbean-sea-4884551/) By Morgan Dreibelbis Introduction The United Nations has designated the Caribbean as “ground zero” in the global climate emergency, warning that, without immediate action,…
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Enhancing Equity in the Green Transition: Gender and Human Rights in Brazil’s Transition Mineral Mines
A construction site with a large amount of dirt in the foreground in Brumadinho, Brazil, September 2023 (Image Source: Photograph by Hector Brasil, uploaded to Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/photos/a-construction-site-with-a-large-amount-of-dirt-in-the-foreground-e5qqoi-aleo) By Amanda Clark Executive Summary Demand for transition minerals is projected to skyrocket, increasing four to six times over to achieve global climate targets. Brazil, with substantial reserves…
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Roots of Injustice: Land, Power, and Resistance in Guatemala
A small corn field on Acatenango Volcano, in the Chimaltenango Department of Guatemala. (Image Source: Photograph taken by Christopher Unruh in Guatemala, September 2024) By Christopher Unruh and Amanda Clark Throughout Guatemala’s history, land has acted as a nexus for economic and political power. Unequal power dynamics between local communities and foreign landowners, from colonial…
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The Influences of Costs for Violence or Peace on Actors in the Political Marketplace
This image is a conceptual illustration that emphasizes the struggle between violent conflict and the pursuit of peaceful resolution. The symbols of the rifle and olive branch represent the traditional imagery linked to war and peace, effectively capturing this tension and our choices. (Source: AI-assisted rendering) By Kathleen Snyder and Evan Padilla Abstract Actors in…
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