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How much #security should we want in our lives?⛓️ How does it affect freedom and equality?⚖️ And how to administer the social-political domain accordingly? 🧐 Philosopher at Institute of Political Science | Leiden UniversityJosette Daemen chose an all but secure existence as a doctoral student and wrote a dissertation on this dilemma, successfully defending it on 2 May 🎉 Want answers to the questions she poses? Read all about her research here: https://lnkd.in/eZexXhma #SecurityStudies #Philosophy #PoliticalScienceResearch

In this article, Ingrid Schäfer at environment consultancy LUC explores the importance of public consultation and an intersectional approach to landscape planning and management.

Charles Sturt University has established the Children’s Voices Centre (CVC), a transformative research initiative that champions children’s communication rights. The Centre’s research focusses' on two themes ─ children, families and communities, and workforce and policy, and will collaborate with children, families, communities, practitioners and professionals to conduct world-leading interdisciplinary research. https://hubs.ly/Q02__2Cg0

🌐✨ Uniting for a Stronger Republic: Embracing Diversity and Dialogue ✊🤝Greetings fellow advocates of democracy! 🗽Let's explore the incredible opportunity we have to come together, transcending party lines, for the greater good of our nation. 🌈💙 🌟 A Call for Unity: The need to address authoritarian threats is clear and urgent. The good news? We have the platforms and conditions to create a diverse, cross-partisan coalition dedicated to advancing liberty, justice, and opportunity for all. 🌍🌐 🤲 Celebrating Diversity: Our strength lies in embracing the remarkable diversity of the American people. Whether in race, gender, religion, geography, education, economic status, or orientation, we commit to inclusivity as a source of strength. 🌈🤝 🤝 Cross-Partisan Harmony: This coalition is not about forming a new party. Instead, it's a commitment to respect and value the full spectrum of political perspectives — center-right conservatism, center-left liberalism, and bipartisan approaches. It's time to foster open-minded dialogue and collaboration. 🤗💬 📜 Core Principles: Rooted in the foundations of our constitutional republic, we stand firm on core principles like election integrity, protection of minority rights, the rule of law, and the ideals of liberty, justice, and opportunity for all. 🗳️⚖️ 💪 Movement Strength: Despite differing partisan preferences, we unite under the banner of respectful consideration, discussion, and discovery. Together, we can find common causes and shared destinies. 🌐🤲 🌈 A Bright Future Awaits: Let's embark on this journey, recognizing that our nation thrives when diverse voices are heard and respected. Join us in building a more united and resilient republic! 🌟🇺🇸 #UnityForLiberty #CrossPartisanUnity #UnitedWeStand 🌐✊

What makes the Civic Commitments unique? 🤔 These commitments move beyond oversimplified debates around free speech vs. DEI. Instead, they prioritize meaningful engagement with diverse voices and viewpoints, underline the importance of supporting free inquiry for democratic understanding, and recognize diversity as a cornerstone of both American democracy and campus life. Learn more: https://buff.ly/442iq8W #CSCollegePresidents

In a world where fairness is paramount, justice stands as its beacon. Explore the intricacies of justice, from its philosophical roots to its modern-day applications. Delve into the complexities of equality, equity, and the pursuit of a just society in this enlightening exploration of justice's timeless significance.

“According to an American Council of Trustees and Alumni survey released in February, almost half of Furman University students reported experiencing or witnessing uncivil treatment for sharing political or social views. Moreover, 39% of Republicans and 20% of Democrats report being socially excluded for sharing their political or social views. Almost 40% of Republican students said they self-censor fairly or very often.” “…the university’s new efforts [on freedom of speech and civil discourse] should be commended, but they won’t fix the problem on their own. That’s why more and more Furman alumni like me are joining the Furman Free Speech Alliance. We love our alma mater, and we want Furman to be a place where we can be proud to send our children. So, we’re holding the administration accountable for protecting and promoting free speech on campus. “And we’re not alone. A fast-growing number of alumni at colleges and universities across the country — from nearby Davidson to the Ivy Leagues — are fed up with the status quo and are advocating major reforms at their schools.” Bravo, Furman Free Speech Alliance, for defending the values that are the lifeblood of liberal education. Learn more about the national alumni movement here: https://lnkd.in/gaJyiGnN Read about ACTA’s Furman survey here: https://lnkd.in/gcJceWEH #AlumniRising Alumni Free Speech Alliance Davidsonians for Freedom of Thought and Discourse MIT Free Speech Alliance The Jefferson Council Open Discourse Coalition Princetonians for Free Speech Fight for Yale's Future

🎓 Proud moment: One of my brilliant former students, a Cambridge law graduate, recently authored a critical piece exploring Article 9 of the European Convention on Human Rights. The paper highlights how the pursuit of secularity can sometimes disproportionately affect minorities, particularly Muslim women, and reflects on the tension between state-driven models of liberty and individual freedoms. This work resonates deeply in the context of anti-racism, reminding us how structural biases can marginalize certain groups under the guise of neutrality. It’s a call to remain vigilant in protecting diverse identities while striving for equity in our systems. Let’s continue amplifying voices like theirs that challenge the status quo and push for meaningful change. 🙌 #HumanRights #AntiRacism #DiversityAndInclusion

Today is Human Rights Day, the 76th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. But did you know that one of the rights enshrined in this important document is a human right to science? Article 27 of the declaration states: “Everyone has the right freely to participate in the cultural life of the community, to enjoy the arts and to share in scientific advancement and its benefits.” But what is the right to science? And why should we celebrate it? Sujatha Raman and Brian Schmidt of The Australian National University explain. 💬 To read more: https://lnkd.in/gUB5Uyrn

The intellectual academic free market has demonstrated time and again that these are valid and important perspectives and programs. Fascinating how folks who claim to be against government regulation and for the free market are willing to regulate heavily the exchange of ideas and intervene in the work of private institutions. Interesting how they love the idea of bureaucrats policing research and discourse.