In this newsletter you will find...
- The Eagle and The Condor Film Premiere
- Feminist Poetry Slam
- Levers for Food Systems Change: A Panel Discussion on Urban Food Security, Food Justice, and International Agreements
- Human Rights at the Local Level: Opportunities and Challenges
- International Humanitarian Law Conference: "International Humanitarian Law: Instruments of Peace"
- "Cultural Translation: Negotiated Third Spaces and Those Who Live There" - New Grebel Gallery Exhibit Reception
- Film Screening: Drew Hayden Taylor's "Search for Winnetou"
Jobs and Opportunities:
- Healing of the Seven Generations Internship Opportunity
- Romero House Internship Opportunity
- W3: Waterloo Women Wednesdays Call for Papers
- ACN Conference Call for Papers - The Future of Nonviolence
- Conflict and Security Research Idea Speed-Networking
- Walk for Freedom
- CPA Opportunities Fair
- Further Education Fair
Notes:
Disclaimer: Events and opportunities above are not all endorsed by the PACS department; this bulletin includes opportunities that we think PACS students may be interested in but are not sponsored by PACS. Please use your own discretion to determine if an opportunity is right for you.
Events
The Eagle and The Condor Film Premiere
Date: October 16th
Time: 4pm-7pm
Where: St. Paul's University College, Alumni Room
Cost: Free
From 2016-2017 Standing Rock water protection camps located at the heart of Turtle Island became the largest assembly of Indigenous peoples in recent history. This film, based around the prophecy of the Eagle and Condor that originates with nations from the South, features ceremony held at the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL) site on Indigenous People's Day, October 10th, 2016. The film will be followed by a discussion with Film Director Kahsto'sera'a Paulette Moore.
Date: October 22nd, 2018
Time: 7pm-9pm
Where: The Bombshelter Pub
Cost: Free
This poetry slam is a non-competitive event hosted by the UW Women's Centre that will showcase the diverse talents and experiences of your fellow University of Waterloo students. Everyone is welcome to attend for an evening filled with art, passion, and feminism!
Note: trigger warnings will be provided when applicable.
Human Rights at the Local Level: Opportunities and Challenges
Date: October 29th, 2018
Time: 1pm-2:30pm
Where: Balsillie School of International Affairs, Room 1-43
Cost: Free
Human rights promotion and protection is ever more important with the rapid process of urbanization. Local authorities have begun to accept human rights obligations, effectively implementing international human rights law in a practical way and close to the citizens. This talk will discuss the arising questions as to the status of cities and local authorities as human rights actors, individually or in international human rights coalitions.
Levers for Food Systems Change: A Panel Discussion on Urban Food Security, Food Justice, and International Agreements
Date: October 23rd, 2018
Time: 8:30am-10:30am
Where: Balsillie School of International Affairs, Room 1-42
Cost: Free
International agreements have highlighted the need for greater coordination along the food chain and increased food justice in creating urban food security, setting the stage for a new urban food policy to emerge. This panel will feature food system experts from Wilfrid Laurier University, Carleton University, and the City of Toronto, who will explore the available levers for changing the food system. Registration is required.
International Humanitarian Law Conference
Date: November 13th, 2018
Time: 8:30am-5pm
Where: Balsillie School of International Affairs, Room 1-42
Cost: Free
This conference aims to uncover the role that International Humanitarian Law (IHL) plays as an instrument of peace. It will address disarmament and arms control, the importance of education in conflict and peace times, and health and disability in armed conflict. Experts in the field, including academics, practitioners, and representatives from the Canadian Red Cross Society will be in attendance.
New Grebel Gallery Exhibit Reception
Date: October 23rd, 2018
Time: 4:30pm
Where: Grebel Gallery
Cost: Free
Grebel Gallery's newest exhibition is entitled "Cultural Translation: Negotiated Third Spaces and Those who Live There." Artist Soheil Esfahani is an Iranian Canadian whose work emerges from her reflections on her experience in this "negotiated third space"- platforms that are created out of necessity when cultures collide. The exhibit will run from October 18th to December 20th, 2018. Attend the launch reception to hear from Soheila as she introduces her work and the inspiration behind her exhibit!
Film Screening: Drew Hayden Taylor's "Search for Winnetou"
Date: October 24th, 2018
Time: 7pm
Where: Balsillie School of International Affairs, Multipurpose Room
Cost: Free
Years ago, Hayden Taylor, an Ojibway from the Curve Lake First Nations in Ontario, became aware of the German fascination with the Old West, as immortalized in the Winnetou novels by 19th century writer Karl May. He made this film to explore the issue of cultural appreciation vs. cultural appropriation in Germany. This screening of this CBC documentary will be hosted by the Waterloo Centre for German Studies and will be followed by a discussion with the filmmaker.
Jobs and Opportunities
Healing of the Seven Generations Internship Opportunity
Healing of the Seven Generations is a local Indigenous organization that provides support to local Indigenous people through various programs. They continually try to increase their visibility in the broader community to raise awareness and understanding about the violence their Indigenous community faces. Healing of the Seven Generations has many internship positions, as well as both long- and short-term volunteer opportunities. They are currently seeking interns for their Court Support programming, which is an administrative position that works directly with clients. This is a great opportunity to experience firsthand the effects of the violence Indigenous people face, as well as learn approaches to address it.
Romero House Internship Opportunity
Romero House is an organization in Toronto dedicated to helping refugees in Canada. They provide transitional housing, support refugee families through a walk-in program, and create an overall welcoming and supportive community that celebrates difference. Their internship program allows young people to walk and live among the refugees they welcome and be a part of a sustainable and life-giving community through accompaniment, organizational tasks, and acting as house coordinators. Romero House supports interns by offering housing, basic medical and dental coverage, a monthly stipend, and access to transportation. As an intern, you will have the opportunity to do significant work and make a real difference in the lives of people in great need.
W3: Waterloo Women's Wednesdays Call for Papers
W3: Waterloo Women's Wednesdays is seeking research proposals, panel ideas, and creative presentations for the first ever W3 Represents: Research Symposium. Women-identified and non-binary graduate students from all fields and disciplines at the University of Waterloo are invited to present. Submit a 300-word abstract describing your project and why and how this venue might facilitate the presentation of your work by November 30th, 2018. Research need not be focused on gender and sexuality.
ACN Conference Call for Papers
This multi-disciplinary conference focuses on the future on nonviolence and whether or not the past successes of nonviolent movements are adequately remembered and celebrated. The goal of this conference is to enhance the discussions around nonviolence. To do so, they are seeking presentations from a variety of academic disciplines! Abstracts are due November 10th, 2018. Presenters should plan on a thirty-five minute presentation. Contact Kim Chartier at kchartie@ashland.edu for questions or more information.
This event is aimed primarily at connecting new researchers in the field of conflict and security to potential supervisors and established researchers who may be able to provide insight on their topics. Graduate students will have an opportunity to explain their topics to several different faculty members and advanced graduate students for quick feedback through the process of speed-networking. This free event will take place on October 26th from 10am-11:45am at the Balsillie School of International Affairs Room 1-42.
The Waterloo region will be joining a global community of abolitionists on October 20th to rally their communities to shine a global spotlight on human trafficking. This will be the Waterloo region's first Walk For Freedom. This event is a collective effort led by A21, a global anti-human trafficking organization dedicated to abolishing slavery. The long-term goal of Walk For Freedom is to fund-raise and to turn awareness into action. Click "Read More" for further information.
The Further Education Fair will provide you with the information you need to start program research or support your application for further study. Talk to representatives from teaching, law, MBA, engineering, health, pharmacy, optometry, veterinary medicine, social work, college post-degree/certificate programs in Canada and abroad. The fair is hosted by the Centre for Career Action and will take place from 11am-2pm in the Student Life Centre (SLC).
The Centre for Peace Advancement (CPA) is providing an opportunity for students to learn more about the roles peace innovators and peace organizations have in promoting peace and justice. There will be representatives available to engage with students, answer questions, and inform them of any potential volunteer or internship positions. Drop by the Centre for Peace Advancement on the fourth floor of Conrad Grebel University College between 11:30am-1:30pm on October 31st to enjoy food and conversation!
Notes
PACS 625 Internship Presentations
Reminder that there will be presentations from students who completed PACS 625 Internships over the Spring 2018 term happening over the next couple weeks! This is a great opportunity to hear about different placements, get a better understanding of what an internship involves, and get a sense for which kinds of organizations accept interns. There will be two sets of presentations:
First set: Friday, October 19th from 10am-11:30am in CGR 2201
- Catherine Leblond – International Bridges to Justice (Geneva, Switzerland)
- Catherine Garacho – Keepers Alert (Zimbabwe)
- Elena Tkacheva – KAIROS (Toronto)
Second set: Friday, November 2nd from 2pm-4pm in CGR 2201
- Laurel O’Gorman – STRIDE with Community Justice Initiatives (Kitchener)
- Laura Volpe de Carvalho Ferreira – Mennonite Central Committee (Kitchener)
- Leanna Feltham – Mennonite Coalition for Refugee Support (Kitchener)
- Kelsey Gallagher – Article 36 (London, UK)
Seth Ratzlaff: New MPACS Administrative Officer and Graduate Studies Coordinator
Hello MPACS students! My name is Seth Ratzlaff and I’m very excited to introduce myself as the new Administrative Officer and Graduate Studies Coordinator for PACS. I’m a recent graduate of the MPACS program. Before that, I worked for two years at The Working Centre in downtown Kitchener. For my undergrad, I studied English.
My research interests include Indigenous/settler relations in Canada. Currently, I’m co-authoring a book that is related to the topic (ask me about it!). Some other interests of mine are: cycling, homebrewing, science fiction, and good coffee.
I look forward to meeting all of you! I am available to to chat about course selection, your progress in the MPACS program, or any opportunities or challenges you have here at the University of Waterloo. Drop by the office between 9am-4pm or book an appointment in advance through email at svratzlaff@uwaterloo.ca or call 519-885-0220 ext. 24216.