Middle East - Catalyst

Buying a Blind Eye: The Abuse of Liberty in Saudi Arabia

December 11, 2020November 10, 2021 Santhindu Wijesooriya

The Saudi agenda is based purely on the goals and aspirations of the royal family. It violates and marginalizes many groups such as Shia Muslims and women through the use of strong central authority and strict enforcement of arbitrary laws and regulations. The government condones and conducts the unfair treatment of activists and those who aim to change the discriminatory status quo in the powerful, oil-rich state.

Dissociation, Dispossession, and Food in the Israel-Palestine conflict

November 21, 2020November 10, 2021 Adriana Gabriela Franco

Food is an often overlooked element in conversations of national identity. Food is tangible, it is known by most members of a nation regardless of socio-economic background, and it is “experienced everyday”. Food is incredibly important for both parties in this two-sided conflict, as it plays a strong role in the creation of identity for each group.

Challenging the International Response to the Refugee Crisis

November 11, 2020November 10, 2021 Melanie Baume

Thus far, the global response of most developed countries has been to funnel money into the international refugee support system, which provides humanitarian aid relief through the establishment of refugee camps. As these camps are short-term solutions, in most host countries, refugees lack the right to work or move freely. This might not have been a problem if the duration of their stay were short, however the conflicts from which refugees flee usually last indefinitely.

The Art of Resilience: One Year post-Thawra in Lebanon

October 26, 2020November 10, 2021 Adriana Gabriela Franco

Last year I published my first article about the Lebanese protests in October 2019. It seemed like Lebanon was on the brink of something marvelous, on the road to overthrowing a government system that had caused them more woes than wins. [...] Unfortunately, the situation got bleaker before it got better.

The Challenges of Humanitarian Aid in War Torn Yemen

October 18, 2020November 10, 2021 Melanie Baume

Despite ongoing United Nation-brokered negotiations for a ceasefire, a resolution appears to be far out of reach. On top of this, the COVID-19 pandemic has only worsened the living and economic conditions of civilians. With food prices continuously on the rise, a depreciating currency, and a lack of fuel across the country, standards of living have been deteriorating at an unprecedented pace.

The Power of Art in the Face of Revolution

February 27, 2020November 10, 2021 Mehak Balwani

Wrapped in banners and posters with messages directed towards the state, the military and the world, the building looks like a box bursting at the seams with the dissenting voice of the country demanding to be heard. Paintings, professional and amateur, have turned every free space into a declaration of defiance.

The Unity of Lebanon’s October Revolution: Art, Protest, and Social Media

November 19, 2019November 8, 2021 Adriana Gabriela Franco

The artistic element of the protest is particularly fascinating, as photographers, sketch artists, and graphic designers alike have created a massive collection of works related to the protest. Mostly shared via social media, the aesthetics of this art are moving and powerful, and are a reflection of the demands and grievances of protesters, as well as a vision of a new Lebanon that those who take to the street wish to see.

David Malpass at McGill: An Uncertain Future For the World Bank?

November 12, 2019November 10, 2021 Ariana Castillon

Nonetheless, while the World Bank does contribute to some important projects and initiatives, there is still pervasive institutional bias that values the desires of its Western donors over the needs of the developing nations it seeks to assist.

Interview with Dilse Kaygisiz

April 2, 2019 The Catalyst Editorial Board

Our team sat down with Dilse Kaygisiz, author of “Refugee Economies, Child Labour, and the State: Turkey’s Case” in the Spring 2019 edition of Chrysalis. In her article, she explores refugee economies and child labour in Turkey.

Interview with Naomi Santesteban

April 1, 2019 The Catalyst Editorial Board

Our team interviewed Naomi Santesteban about her upcoming article “An Analysis Of UNRWA's Policy and Practice Concerning Palestinian Refugees” in the spring 2019 edition of Chrysalis. In her article, she addresses the policies enacted by UNRWA and the limitations of the non-permanent status of the organization.

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