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The Dean of Research will host a Festive Showcase featuring Prof. Jacob Erickson of the School of Religion on Wednesday 4th December at 2pm. Prof. Erickson will speak on his research into climate ethics, activism and environmental despair. For more information or to register, visit the Eventbrite page here.

On Wednesday Dr Gillian Wylie gave a talk to the Global Development Society on the link between border control policies and human trafficking. In the aftermath of recent tragic headlines, Dr Wylie provided insights into the complexities and consequences of the “criminal control approach” and how tougher border control rhetoric encourages the use of illegal movement strategies. This is the second year Dr Wylie has spoken at the Global Development Society. Follow the link to read the Trinity News article on this thought-provoking lecture.

On Thursday 21 November we look forward to welcoming Professor Anne Hege Grung for a public lecture on Gender Justice in Muslim-Christian Dialogue. Dr Hege Grung is Associate Professor in Practical Theology at the Practical-Theological Seminary affiliated with the University of Oslo. Her research focuses on gender, perspectives on violence against women, and care and counseling in Muslim-Christian relations. Her publications include Gender Justice in Muslim-Christian Readings: Christian and Muslim Women in Norway Making Meaning of texts from the Bible, the Koran and the Hadith (2015). The lecture is 4.30 - 6.00pm in the ISE/Loyola Building in Room G16. All are welcome.

Last month Dr Browne was interviewed by radio France International (RFI) on issues relating to Northern Ireland and the ongoing transition away from conflict. The interview was broadcast on RFI and also on Belgian radio, (RTBF). Dr Browne has worked on the issues of childhood and life on or alongside a ‘Peace Wall’ as part of an international, multi-disciplinary research team, led by Prof. Peter Shirlow in Belfast. His involvement in the qualitative aspect of the study helped in the production of a report for the Northern Ireland Office, entitled: Growing up on an Interface: Findings and Implications for the Social Needs, Mental Health and Lifetime Opportunities of Belfast Youth. The report is available at this link.