Nonviolent Action as a College Student by Sabrina Nichol, Peace and Conflict Studies Major, Kent State University We often hear talk of, and many have even taken part in, strikes, boycotts, protests, sit-ins, civil disobedience and the like, all actions used to influence and encourage social change. What do these actions have in common? They are all methods of nonviolent action: a technique of action for applying power in a conflict by using methods that are not physically violent. It…
Save the Date: Race, Place and Political Boundaries
Race, Place, and Political Boundaries September 21, 2021 Oscar Ritchie Hall, Kent State University Part of our new Race and Democracy in Northeast Ohio Series— a collaboration with the School of Peace and Conflict Studies and the Center for Pan African Culture. We will be exploring the relationship between race and place, focusing on the significance of political boundaries–from redistricting to redlining. The event will be part teach-in/ facilitated discussion and part map drawing workshop. Join us for all or part…
NEW SERIES: Series 5 Episode 1 – Dr. Sharona Hoffman, Case Western Reserve
Series: 5. Demystifying Policy-Relevant Research Episode: 1. Dr. Sharona Hoffman, Case Western Reserve Podcast #: 60 Release Date: August 17, 2021 Summary: This week the podcast launches a new series – demystifying policy-relevant research – in collaboration with the Northeast Ohio Chapter of Scholars Strategy Network. Ashley and Casey speak with Professor Sharona Hoffman, Co-Director of the Law-Medicine Center at Case Western Reserve’s School of Law. The conversation centers around the use of Artificial Intelligence in medical decisions, specifically thinking through…
Series 2 Episode 24 – Bryson Davis, Akron Leadership Foundation
Series: 2. Power of Civic and Political Engagement Episode: 24. Bryson Davis, Akron Leadership Foundation Podcast #: 59 Release Date: August 2, 2021 Summary: After a long break, we are back! This week the podcast continues the series The Power of Political and Civic Engagement. In this episode, Ashley and Casey welcome Bryson Davis from the Akron Leadership Foundation. The discussion focuses on the importance of solidarity and grace in civic engagement. Links: www.akronlf.org/our-team-1 Hosts: Casey Boyd-Swan & Ashley Nickels Listen…
Concept Pages
Have you had a chance to check out our concept pages? We recently posted three new pages: Positive and Negative Peace, written by peace and conflict studies major and former GDP intern, Benjamin Jakubowski Local Government, written by KSU MPA alum and former GDP project manager, David Jirsa Freedom of Information Act & Public Records Act, written by KSU political science major and former GDP intern, Emily Murnane Check out all of the concept pages and learn how you can…
New Partnership with KSU Peace and Conflict Studies & Center for Pan-African Culture: Race & Democracy in NEO
KSU Peace and Conflict Studies & Center for Pan-African Culture (with funding support from Mark Lewine): The Growing Democracy Project is partnering with Dr. Shemariah Arki, interim director of the Center for Pan African Culture (CPAC), and Dr. Anuj Gurung, School of Peace and Conflict Studies (SPCS) Post-Doctoral Fellow on a new series: Race & Democracy in Northeast Ohio. We will focus on anti-Black and anti-Asian racism and racialized politics in Northeast Ohio. The series will include a 10-episode podcast series focused…
Series 2 Episode 23 – Madison Newingham
Series: 2. Power of Civic and Political Engagement Episode: 23. Madison Newingham Podcast #: 58 Release Date: June 28, 2021 Summary: This week the podcast continues the series, the Power of Political and Civic Engagement. In this episode, Ashley and Casey welcome Madison Newingham, campaign finance expert for Ohio Democrats and local activist. The three discuss youth activism and how political engagement in a university context can motivate ongoing civil and political engagement. Hosts: Casey Boyd-Swan & Ashley Nickels Listen…
Series 3 Episode 10 – Chris Sagers
Series: 3. Filling the Gaps Episode: 10. Professor Chris Sagers Podcast #: 57 Release Date: June 21, 2021 Summary: This week the podcast continues the theme of Series 3, Gap Filling. Casey and Ashley welcome Cleveland-Marshall College of Law Professor Christopher Sagers. Our discussion examines the topic of anti-trust law and looks at the complications of enforcing anti-trust policy in our political, social, and economic systems. Links: United States v. Apple: Competition in America – Chris Sagers – www.amazon.com/United-States-v-A…y&sr=8-1-fkmrnull Christopher L.…
Series 4 Episode 5 – Ohio State Representative Juanita Brent
Series: 4. Serving the Public Interest Episode: 5. State Representative Juanita Brent Podcast #: 56 Release Date: June 14, 2021 Summary: This week the podcast continues the series, Serving the Public Interest. Casey and Ashley welcome Ohio House of Representative Juanita Brent. The discussion examines the duties of a State Representative and explores some of the policy issues important to Representative Brent, including voting and police reform. Links: Ohio House of Representatives – ohiohouse.gov/ Ohio Senate – www.ohiosenate.gov/ Ohio Governor’s Office –…
Series 2 Episode 22 – Angela Cecys
Series: 1. Power of Civic and Political Engagement Episode: 22. Angela Cecys Podcast #: 55 Release Date: June 7, 2021 Summary: This week the podcast continues the series, the Power of Political and Civic Engagement. In this episode, Ashley and Casey welcome Angela Cecys, MSSA, LSW, Police Co-Responder at Frontline Service and Cleveland Division of Police. The discussion looks to at how both macro and micro social work can help strengthen our democracy and increase civic engagement within our communities. Links:…