The NATO Association of Canada’s Society, Culture, and Security program takes a look at the issues that impact Canadians’ every day lives while connecting them to international relations. The program covers a wide range of topics, which include: pop culture, art, film, global events, and socio-political relations. In addition, Society, Culture, and IR aims to examine and provide in-depth analyses that relate international affairs to the interests of Canadian society.
Rebecca McFadgen discusses Scarlett Johansson’s recent defense of Sodastream – a company that manufactures its products on territory designated as part of a future Palestinian state – and whether celebrities have any real impact on international relations.
An analysis of how the pervasive global rape culture is impinging on women’s participation in the peace and security process.
On Wednesday, April 16th, the NATO Council of Canada will host a Toronto Roundtable on World Sport and International Relations. With Sochi 2014 and its controversies coming to an end and the world looks forward to FIFA World Cup 2014 in Brazil, it is worth considering the impact of global competitions such as these on Read More…