The U.S. 2024 election may mark the beginning of a new political era, with right-wing populism gaining unexpected support from racial minorities, especially younger men. This shift contributed to the defeat of Vice President Kamala Harris, a Black/mixed race woman. The potential rise of a multicultural conservative populism challenges the political alignments and understandings of 20th-century Black politics, particularly those shaped by the Civil Rights Movement.

Mass starvation in war is resurgent, devastating populations across numerous contemporary and recent armed conflicts.

Drawing in part on the different manifestations of starvation in Gaza, Sudan, and Ukraine, Tom Dannenbaum, Associate Professor of International Law at The Fletcher School, in conversation with Professor Janina Dill, Dame Louise Richardson Chair in Global Security at the Blavatnik School of Government, will reflect on international law as it relates to civilian starvation, clarifying the legal framework and identifying challenges to its application.

This is the first in a series of workshops open to the public hosted by the Oxford Ukraine Hub.

This event, taking place the day after the US presidential inauguration, will give attendees a chance to engage in critical dialogue on how the US can navigate complex global challenges, and the country’s evolving role in an interconnected world.

Join Oxford Diplomatic Society and Oxford University International Relations Society for a discussion with Sir Lawrence Freedman (KCL) to explore potential pathways to a ceasefire in Ukraine, examine scenarios and possible security frameworks for regional and global stability, and analyse the influence of international alliances on Ukraine's future.

Postgraduate students, fellows, staff and faculty from any discipline are welcome. This group aims to foster frequent interdisciplinary critical dialogue across Oxford and beyond about the political impacts of emerging technologies.

Please email elisabeth.siegel@politics.ox.ac.uk in advance to participate or with any questions. Remote attendance is possible, but in-person attendance is prioritized (and provided refreshment). Discussion topics will be finalized and optional readings will be sent out a week in advance.