Art by Maeve Gannon
Genocide Awareness and Action Week 2018 is co-chaired by Savannah Parson ('18) and Maeve Gannon ('18) and co-sponsored by The Baker Institute for Peace and Conflict Studies, The History Department, The International Studies Department, Campus Ministry, Hillel, Beeghly Library, and PAX-O.
Parson said, "This year we are moving away from looking at historical and current genocides 'out there,' and instead turning our focus inward to examine our own actions, policies, and belief systems that lead to horrendous mass atrocities."
"We are hoping this week builds a foundation for us to create and sustain a community where everyone has access to justice," Gannon added. "This week was inspired by King's 'Beloved Community."
All events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted.
Schedule for the week:
Sunday, April 8
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Viewing of
Awake: A Dream from Standing Rock, followed by a discussion with Dr. Polly Walker,
7 PM, Neff
Monday, April 9
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Distribution of a student-created independent pocket guide on how to build and maintain a Beloved Community, noon to 2 PM, quad (rain location Ellis lobby)
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The Sedgley Thornbury Lecture sponsored by the Politics Department: Skanda Kadirgamar, 7 PM, Neff
Tuesday, April 10
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Open mic, 4:30-5:30 PM, Standing Stone Coffee Company
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The Delbert McQuaide Distinguished Lectureship in History: Dr. Arthur Kleinman, “Care in Global Health: The Secret of Success in Implementing Humanitarian Assistance, Global Health and Social Development Programs, 7 PM, Neff
Wednesday, April 11
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One Item, One Hour Presentation, hosted by GAAW chairwomen, 3-4 PM, Beeghly Library
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The Liberian Women's Chorus For Change:
Because of the War documentary viewing and discussion, 7 PM, BAC Alumni Hall (A100)
Thursday, April 12
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Hillel Freedom Seder, 5 PM, VLB Sill Boardroom
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Liberian Women's Chorus For Change: A Live Performance, 7 PM, BAC Alumni Hall (A100).
Friday, April 13
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Community Dinner: A Space for Reflection and Student Presentation, 6-8 PM, Stone Church of the Brethren. Presentation by Liliane Umuhoza (PACS ’19) on her work with Rwandan genocide survivors. Donations collected.
Saturday, April 14
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Workshop with Matt Meyer (Fellowship of Reconciliation, former chair of War Resisters League, UN rep of International Peace Research Association), 10 AM-4 PM, VLB Sill Boardroom. By invitation.
