Women and Youth in Nonviolent Action Campaigns

January 10, 2023 01:14:09
Women and Youth in Nonviolent Action Campaigns
Events at USIP
Women and Youth in Nonviolent Action Campaigns

Jan 10 2023 | 01:14:09

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Show Notes

On January 10, USIP hosted a discussion on the dynamics of women and youth activism in contemporary nonviolent movements. The conversation featured researchers and activists as they reflect on why participation from women and young people helps movements succeed, how women and youth participation in civic movements has evolved over time, and the challenges that women and youth face in their efforts to build better futures.

Speakers

Jennifer Earl 
Professor of Sociology, University of Arizona

Isabella Picón
Director of Participation and Alliances, Mi Convive

Marwa Louati
Facilitator, Synergizing Nonviolent Action and Peacebuilding, U.S. Institute of Peace

Emily Ritter  
Associate Professor of Political Science, Vanderbilt University

Matthew Cebulmoderator
Research Officer, Nonviolent Action and Peacebuilding, U.S. Institute of Peace

 

For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/women-and-youth-nonviolent-action-campaigns

 

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