Story from a Ukrainian Conscientious Objector

I am Ukrainian, but I was born and spent my youth in Uzbekistan. There I had the opportunity to undergo alternative service instead of military service.

Story from a Ukrainian Conscientious Objector

I am Ukrainian, but I was born and spent my youth in Uzbekistan. There I had the opportunity to undergo alternative service instead of military service.

Hope in times of urgency

As an advocate working at the epicentre of EU policymaking, is it not difficult to get overwhelmed when thinking about the profound transformations that need to happen over the next few decades and its individual and collective ramifications.

Hope in times of urgency

As an advocate working at the epicentre of EU policymaking, is it not difficult to get overwhelmed when thinking about the profound transformations that need to happen over the next few decades and its individual and collective ramifications.

The path to a more compassionate world: embracing Nonviolent Communication

In a world often marred by conflict, misunderstandings, and strained relationships, the need for effective communication has never been more pressing. Nonviolent Communication (NVC) emerges as a transformative approach to fostering empathy, understanding, and harmonious connections.

The path to a more compassionate world: embracing Nonviolent Communication

In a world often marred by conflict, misunderstandings, and strained relationships, the need for effective communication has never been more pressing. Nonviolent Communication (NVC) emerges as a transformative approach to fostering empathy, understanding, and harmonious connections.

How recent events in Greece signal an alarming trend of scapegoating migrants amidst the climate crisis’ worsening effects

Recent events in Greece reveal the troubling scapegoating of migrants amidst worsening climate crises. Vigilante attacks and official negligence portray climate-affected individuals as threats rather than victims. This narrative fuels EU militarisation, despite expert refutation of mass migration predictions.

How recent events in Greece signal an alarming trend of scapegoating migrants amidst the climate crisis’ worsening effects

Recent events in Greece reveal the troubling scapegoating of migrants amidst worsening climate crises. Vigilante attacks and official negligence portray climate-affected individuals as threats rather than victims. This narrative fuels EU militarisation, despite expert refutation of mass migration predictions.

Can a gender-neutrality policy mitigate the effects of gender bias in our language?

Grammatical gender and language have more impact on gender inequality than you would think. Language not only defines culture, but also shapes cultural norms, reflects social structures and bias, and reinforces assumptions and inequalities related to gender roles.

Can a gender-neutrality policy mitigate the effects of gender bias in our language?

Grammatical gender and language have more impact on gender inequality than you would think. Language not only defines culture, but also shapes cultural norms, reflects social structures and bias, and reinforces assumptions and inequalities related to gender roles.

Without Systemic Rethinking, Inclusion is Cooption: On the Need for Feminist Perspectives in Security and Defense Sectors

by Saskia Basa There is no question that the push for inclusion of women in security and defense sectors is gaining traction. In the 21 years that followed the UN Security Council Resolution 1325, over 80 countries have released national

Without Systemic Rethinking, Inclusion is Cooption: On the Need for Feminist Perspectives in Security and Defense Sectors

by Saskia Basa There is no question that the push for inclusion of women in security and defense sectors is gaining traction. In the 21 years that followed the UN Security Council Resolution 1325, over 80 countries have released national

QCEA reads #2: Second Class Citizen by Buchi Emecheta

QCEA reads is a new series reviewing books related to QCEA’s values and work on peace, justice and equality. Working in Brussels on EU policy, policy briefs to read are some of the most common literature we are exposed to but

QCEA reads #2: Second Class Citizen by Buchi Emecheta

QCEA reads is a new series reviewing books related to QCEA’s values and work on peace, justice and equality. Working in Brussels on EU policy, policy briefs to read are some of the most common literature we are exposed to but

QCEA reads #1: Radical Empathy by Terri E. Givens

QCEA reads is a new series reviewing books related to QCEA’s values and work on peace, justice and equality. Working in Brussels on EU policy, policy briefs to read are some of the most common literature we are exposed to

QCEA reads #1: Radical Empathy by Terri E. Givens

QCEA reads is a new series reviewing books related to QCEA’s values and work on peace, justice and equality. Working in Brussels on EU policy, policy briefs to read are some of the most common literature we are exposed to

Merchants of Death, Disrupting ‘business as usual’

by Atiaf Alwazir* On the morning of Tuesday 14 September, I was on the DLR train heading to ExCel Centre in London’s docklands. I traveled to London from Brussels to witness and participate in actions against the Defence & Security

Merchants of Death, Disrupting ‘business as usual’

by Atiaf Alwazir* On the morning of Tuesday 14 September, I was on the DLR train heading to ExCel Centre in London’s docklands. I traveled to London from Brussels to witness and participate in actions against the Defence & Security

European militarism impedes climate action

by Atiaf Alwazir* “Zero pollution for healthier people and planet,” was the theme of the EU Green Week. Yet one of the largest sources of carbon pollution in Europe remains hidden from view and was barely mentioned all week.  As

European militarism impedes climate action

by Atiaf Alwazir* “Zero pollution for healthier people and planet,” was the theme of the EU Green Week. Yet one of the largest sources of carbon pollution in Europe remains hidden from view and was barely mentioned all week.  As