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SUMMARY:UW Student Campus Free Speech and Academic Freedom Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Institute for Citizenship and Civil Dialogue (WICCD) will hold a workshop for Universities of Wisconsin students focused on free speech and academic freedom. \nParticipating students will receive a $500 all-inclusive stipend. Only 36 students will be accepted\, and registration deadline is April 4\, 2025. \nWorkshop topics include:\n• Academic Freedom\n• Regulating Speech\n• Case Studies\n• Campus Chalking Policies \nBreakfast and lunch will be provided. Students must complete required readings before the workshop. \nApply by April 4\, 2025. \nCLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND APPLY \nNote that only 36 students will be accepted\, so early application is encouraged.
URL:https://www.wisconsin.edu/wiccd/event/uw-student-campus-free-speech-and-academic-freedom-workshop/
LOCATION:UW-Lacrosse Student Union\, 521 East Avenue N Rm 3105\, La Crosse\, WI\, 54601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:The Frontlines of Democracy: Stories from a New Generation of Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Young leaders from around the world will share their experiences from the frontlines of the defense of democracy and human rights. \nThe presentation\, titled “The Frontlines of Democracy: Stories from a New Generation of Leaders\,” will be held October 30 at UW-Milwaukee\, with livestream attendance available. \nEvent speakers will share their experiences in conflict zones around the world and the obstacles faced in the pursuit of democracy and human rights. Their inspiring stories will underline the importance for the next generation of Americans to be active in American democracy and support democracy and human rights around the world. \nRegistration for in-person and virtual attendance required. Register at https://uwm.edu/official-functions/oct-30-registration/ \nSpeakers include:\n• Sunny Cheung: A veteran democracy advocate\, Sunny Cheung co-founded Flow HK Media and has extensive experience in international advocacy\, having mobilized mass movements in Hong Kong\, advised governments\, and co-established the World Liberty Congress to fight transnational repression.\n• Hager Eissa: Hager Eissa is an influential Sudanese activist with deep experience in peacebuilding\, conflict resolution\, and women’s empowerment\, recognized for her leadership roles in international platforms like the Obama Foundation and Global Peace Chain.\n• Dr. Mariia Levchenko: With expertise in dialogue facilitation and peacebuilding\, Dr. Mariia Levchenko leads outreach efforts at the River Phoenix Center for Peacebuilding and has educated young people and refugees on conflict resolution\, while founding an NGO focused on global progress.\n• Takudzwa Ngadziore: As a former student leader and now a Member of Parliament in Zimbabwe\, Takudzwa Ngadziore has spearheaded youth-focused political campaigns and initiatives\, using his experience in democratic governance and human rights to shape policies for equitable development. \nTo see full bios for the speakers\, visit https://thompsoncenter.wisc.edu/event/the-frontlines-of-democracy/.
URL:https://www.wisconsin.edu/wiccd/event/the-frontlines-of-democracy-stories-from-a-new-generation-of-leaders/
LOCATION:UW Milwaukee Student Union\, 2200 E Kenwood Blvd\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53211\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Frontlines of Democracy: Stories from a New Generation of Leaders - Madison
DESCRIPTION:Young leaders from around the world will share their experiences from the frontlines of the defense of democracy and human rights. \nThe presentation\, titled “The Frontlines of Democracy: Stories from a New Generation of Leaders\,” will be held October 29 at UW-Madison with livestream attendance available. \nEvent speakers will share their experiences in conflict zones around the world and the obstacles faced in the pursuit of democracy and human rights. Their inspiring stories will underline the importance for the next generation of Americans to be active in American democracy and support democracy and human rights around the world. \nRegistration for in-person and virtual attendance required. Register at https://explore.wisc.edu/LP=2426 \nSpeakers include:\n• Sunny Cheung: A veteran democracy advocate\, Sunny Cheung co-founded Flow HK Media and has extensive experience in international advocacy\, having mobilized mass movements in Hong Kong\, advised governments\, and co-established the World Liberty Congress to fight transnational repression.\n• Hager Eissa: Hager Eissa is an influential Sudanese activist with deep experience in peacebuilding\, conflict resolution\, and women’s empowerment\, recognized for her leadership roles in international platforms like the Obama Foundation and Global Peace Chain.\n• Dr. Mariia Levchenko: With expertise in dialogue facilitation and peacebuilding\, Dr. Mariia Levchenko leads outreach efforts at the River Phoenix Center for Peacebuilding and has educated young people and refugees on conflict resolution\, while founding an NGO focused on global progress.\n• Takudzwa Ngadziore: As a former student leader and now a Member of Parliament in Zimbabwe\, Takudzwa Ngadziore has spearheaded youth-focused political campaigns and initiatives\, using his experience in democratic governance and human rights to shape policies for equitable development. \nTo see full bios for the speakers\, visit https://thompsoncenter.wisc.edu/event/the-frontlines-of-democracy/. \n  \n\nTuesday\, October 29\, 2024\nFluno Center – University of Wisconsin Madison\nHors d’oeuvres 5:30 pm\nProgram begins at 6:30 pm
URL:https://www.wisconsin.edu/wiccd/event/the-frontlines-of-democracy-stories-from-a-new-generation-of-leaders-madison/
LOCATION:Fluno Center – UW Madison\, 601 University Ave 8th Floor\, Madison\, WI\, 53715\, United States
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