Podcasts about Peace and Social Justice
- The Black Panthers [Podcast Episode]
On the fiftieth anniversary of its foundation, Dorian Warren explores the rise and fall of the Black Panther Party and its legacy for recent black insurgency in America - Irresistible [Podcast Series]
We celebrate the many traditions of movement leaders, cultural workers, and spiritual teachers who remind us to embody the liberation we are pursuing. Listen to Becoming Irresistible to learn about the many rivers that lead us to this vision - Remembering Stonewall [Podcast Episode]
...But this particular night at the Stonewall Inn was different. Many of those dressed in drag refused to be escorted out by officers. ...These protests sparked a revolution, and a hidden subculture became a vibrant political movement. Many people trace the roots of modern gay rights organizing to that night at the Stonewall Inn. Within a few years, new gay rights organizations were founded and spread across the country. The first gay pride marches took place exactly a year later, commemorating the one year anniversary of the riots. - Seeking Peace - Georgetown University [Podcast Series]Seeking Peace is a new podcast that explores the roles of women in war and peace. Women are not just victims of conflict. They are leaders, and often unsung heroes. We bring you their stories. This podcast is a production of Georgetown’s Institute for Women, Peace & Security.
Websites
- GPPAC's Manual for Colleges & Universities Developing Programs in Peace & Conflict StudiesThis How to Manual for Colleges and Universities Developing and/or Enhancing their Programs in Peace and Conflict Studies is a product of a collaboration that began in 2009 in which lessons learned about the process of developing programs, certificates, and degrees in peace and conflict studies were shared, with details on capacity building, not only in the classroom, but in the college and university as a whole.
- Greater Good Science Center (GGSC) at UC BerkeleyBased at the University of California, Berkeley, GGSC “studies the psychology, sociology, and neuroscience of well-being, and teaches skills that foster a thriving, resilient, and compassionate society.” GGSC is an excellent source of layman-accessible articles by top researchers and philosophers from a variety of fields. Videos, quizzes, and podcasts are also available on the Greater Good Science Center website.
- A History of Social Movements and ProgressivismFrom The Center for American Progress, a history of social movements and progressivism with accompanying documents.
- Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies at University of Notre DameThe Kroc Institute website provides access to free downloads of materials by Kroc Institute professors, links to related organizations, and access to the institute's free online journal Peace Policy.
- Learning for JusticeLearning for Justice seeks to uphold the mission of the Southern Poverty Law Center: to be a catalyst for racial justice in the South and beyond, working in partnership with communities to dismantle white supremacy, strengthen intersectional movements and advance the human rights of all people.
- United States Institute of PeaceThe United States Institute of Peace is an independent, nonpartisan, national institution established and funded by Congress. Its goals are to empower others with knowledge, skills, and resources,as well as by directly engaging in peacebuilding efforts around the globe.
When using a website for research, it’s important to consider several factors to make sure you’re getting accurate, objective, and current information. Here are some questions to ask yourself as your evaluate websites:
1. Who provided the information on the website and are they qualified to write on that particular topic? Is there a way to contact the author(s)?
2. What organization, institution, or company is responsible for the website? What kind of domain does the website use? Website URLs that end in .edu or .gov are often more reliable and objective than commercial websites ending in .com.
3. What opinions are expressed on the website? Does the website provide objective, factual information or does it seem more like an advertisement for a product or a platform for someone to express a personal opinion?
4. When was the website created? Is there an indication that the information has been kept up-to-date? Do the links still work or do they mostly lead to defunct websites?
5. Are there citations or clearly identified reliable sources for the information presented?
(Source: “Teaching Undergrads Web Evaluation: A Guide for Library Instruction,” Jim Kapoun, reference and instruction librarian at Southwest State University.)
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- Human Rights Studies Online - Alexander Street Press This link opens in a new windowProvides comparative documentation, analysis, and interpretation of major human rights violations and atrocity crimes worldwide from 1900 to 2010. The collection includes primary and secondary materials across multiple media formats and content types for each selected event.