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Equal opportunity peacekeeping : women, peace, and security in post-conflict states
\"Recent developments such as Sweden's Feminist Foreign Policy, the \"Hillary Doctrine,\" and the integration of women into combat roles in the U.S. have propelled gender equality to the forefront of international politics. The UN Department of Peacekeeping Operations, however, has been integrating gender equality into peacekeeping missions for nearly two decades as part of the women, peace and security agenda that has been most clearly articulated in UNSC Resolution 1325. To what extent have peacekeeping operations achieved gender equality in peacekeeping operations and been vehicles for promoting gender equality in post-conflict states? While there have been major improvements related to women's participation and protection, there is still much left to be desired. Sabrina Karim and Kyle Beardsley argue that gender power imbalances between the sexes and among genders place restrictions on the participation of women in peacekeeping missions. Specifically, discrimination, a relegation of women to safe spaces, and sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, and violence (SEAHV) continue to threaten progress on gender equality. Using unique cross-national data on sex-disaggregated participation of peacekeepers and on the allegations of SEAHV, as well as original data from the UN Mission in Liberia, the authors examine the origins and consequences of these challenges. Karim and Beardsley also identify and examine how increasing the representation of women in peacekeeping forces, and even more importantly through enhancing a more holistic value for \"equal opportunity,\" can enable peacekeeping operations to overcome the challenges posed by power imbalances and be more of an example of and vehicle for gender equality globally.\"-- Provided by publisher.
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Exaggerated Claims?
What is the role of the state in distributing research money? How do ‘arm’s-length’ funding agencies relate to public policy and business? This original study looks at the main social science funding agency in the UK, which was established 50 years ago. It examines how funding decisions are related to power. The ‘critical’ and ‘policy’ aspects of successful research bids are discussed. Walker asks the tricky question, why has social science research not achieved a more salient role in state policy formation and management strategy: is the funding agency responsible? Insightful, engrossing and highly original, the book will be required reading for anyone who has written or will write a Social Science research bid and, more widely, for students of power, knowledge and culture.
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AUTONOMOUS CENTRAL SPECIALISED AUTHORITIES
Within the public administration organisation system, a special place is given to the autonomous specialised central authorities, regulated by the Constitution. Such a constitutional rank authority is the Economic and Social Council. In view of the fact that, according to the Constitution, the Economic and Social Council is an advisory body of Parliament and the Government, without detailing the areas of expertise in which it is consulted, there is a question in what concerns the way in which it fulfils its role established by the legislator. Therefore, the scope of this study is to know the legal regime of this autonomous central specialised authority, according to the legislation and specialised doctrine. Furthermore, the analysis will place the Economic and Social Council in an international context, in the sense that we will research in comparative law what is provided for in the constitutions of other European countries regarding this authority. From this point of view, we consider the topic to be of interest to legal specialists as it provides information about a public authority of constitutional rank. In this respect, by means of law-specific researched methods, such as documentary method, comparative method and logical-deductive method, we will underline the conclusion of our paperwork, that, among other duties, the Economic and Social Council, being involved in the broad legislative process, according to its organic law, issues opinions and carries out an activity in the public interest.
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Lessons in disaster : McGeorge Bundy and the path to war in Vietnam
Drawing on prodigious research as well as the interviews and analysis he has conducted with former National Security Adviser McGeorge Bundy, Goldstein offers this revelatory look at the decisions that led to the U.S. involvement in Vietnam.
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Live Streaming of Court Proceedings in India: A Step Towards Strengthening the Access to a Transparent and an Accountable Judiciary
Objectives: The objective of this research is to analyze the efficacy of the adoption of Court Proceedings’ Live Streaming in India as a means to strengthen access to a transparent and accountable Judiciary. The research also aims to examine existing global frameworks concerning court proceedings’ live streaming. Methods: This research utilizes a comprehensive analysis approach, examining the implementation and impact of Court Proceedings’ Live Streaming in India and globally. It involves reviewing existing literature, legal frameworks, and case studies to understand the various dimensions and implications of live streaming in the legal and judicial field. Results: The analysis reveals that Court Proceedings’ Live Streaming has significant potential to enhance transparency and accountability within the judiciary. It allows real-time access to courtroom proceedings, aligning with the open justice principle. However, it also highlights various concerns such as balancing the right to privacy of parties involved, addressing copyright ownership issues, mitigating cyber security threats, and preventing the dissemination of false information. The research identifies potential safeguards and measures to address these concerns effectively. Conclusion: In conclusion, Court Proceedings’ Live Streaming represents a significant development in the legal and judicial field, providing unprecedented access to courtroom proceedings. While it has the potential to enrich constitutionalism and empower the masses, it also necessitates careful consideration of various legal and ethical concerns. By implementing appropriate safeguards and measures, live streaming can contribute to a more transparent and accountable judiciary while ensuring the protection of rights and interests of all parties involved.
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STROKOG (stroke and cognition consortium): An international consortium to examine the epidemiology, diagnosis, and treatment of neurocognitive disorders in relation to cerebrovascular disease
Abstract Introduction The Stroke and Cognition consortium (STROKOG) aims to facilitate a better understanding of the determinants of vascular contributions to cognitive disorders and help improve the diagnosis and treatment of vascular cognitive disorders (VCD). Methods Longitudinal studies with ≥75 participants who had suffered or were at risk of stroke or TIA and which evaluated cognitive function were invited to join STROKOG. The consortium will facilitate projects investigating rates and patterns of cognitive decline, risk factors for VCD, and biomarkers of vascular dementia. Results Currently, STROKOG includes 25 (21 published) studies, with 12,092 participants from five continents. The duration of follow-up ranges from 3 months to 21 years. Discussion Although data harmonization will be a key challenge, STROKOG is in a unique position to reuse and combine international cohort data and fully explore patient level characteristics and outcomes. STROKOG could potentially transform our understanding of VCD and have a worldwide impact on promoting better vascular cognitive outcomes.
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Exploring the Dynamics of Successful Alternative Dispute Resolution Practices in Rural Bangladesh
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) has gained popularity as a widely recognized method for resolving disputes globally. In Bangladesh, the Hulhulia Social Development Council (HSDC) has been practicing ADR practices for over 200 years, playing a significant role in fostering peace and harmony. In the village of Hulhulia. HSDC, a democratically elected body comprising 23 members, operates under a legal framework to ensure fairness and transparency in the ADR process. The village is divided into 12 paras (zones), each electing representatives who facilitate the ADR process. The ADR practice in HSDC begins with family-level negotiations, progresses to para representatives, and lastly in HSDC hearings. This method has been remarkably successful, as this process is contributing to reducing the overload of formal justice system, indicating a high level of community satisfaction. ADR in Hulhulia strengthens social bonds, repairs harm to victims and the community, ensures accessibility, and reduces complexity. It also creates peace, harmony, and social capital within the community. However, challenges such as limited logistical support, insufficient skilled manpower, and political interference complicate this process in some way. Despite these challenges, ADR in Hulhulia remains an affordable, efficient, legitimate, and participatory system. Key recommendations to enhance its effectiveness of this process include raising community awareness, updating legal frameworks, and mitigating political influences. The ADR model in Hulhulia exemplifies a useful approach for other rural areas, promoting inclusivity, peace, and community well-being, and highlighting its potential to address disputes effectively while strengthening social bonds.
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Se pueden garantizar los derechos sociales? Una propuesta para la nueva Constitución chilena
En el marco del proceso constituyente chileno, y ante las ideas que proponen reemplazar la actual Carta fundamental por una que considere un principio de Estado social o la justiciabilidad reforzada de los derechos sociales, el propósito del presente artículo es explicar los limites dogmáticos que encuentra la justiciabilidad de esta clase de prerrogativas y porqué una mejora de este tipo sólo podría traducirse en una mejora relativa en la exigibilidad de las prestaciones respectivas. En este marco, una mejora que respete al mismo tiempo las competencias y responsabilidades de las autoridades, los límites de la labor jurisdiccional y las características técnicas de los derechos sociales, podría consistir en la inclusión de un organismo colegiado y consultivo que, tal como en otros países, permita considerar estas demandas de forma oportuna al interior del proceso legislativo, lo que junto con respetar la necesidad de que las políticas sociales tengan un origen democrático, ayudaría a que la labor de adjudicación del juez se centre en la interpretación propiamente jurídica de las disposiciones constitucionales pertinentes.
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