The Making of Atrocities: Is Racism a Risk Factor?

Our series on racism as a risk factor for atrocity crimes begins with a conversation between Clint Smith and Savita Pawnday. Clint Smith is an American writer, poet, and scholar. His book, How the Word Is Passed, examines the legacy of American slavery and how it continues to impact society today. Savita Pawnday is the Executive Director of the Global Centre for the Responsibility to Protect. She is a foremost expert on the interna...

In this episode, we explore the historical realities of colonialism and slavery and how these immense injustices continue to impact people today. Our expert guests guide us through the unique colonial histories of Barbados, Senegal, and Namibia and ask important questions about reconciliation, justice, and reparations. 

Guests:

Alissandra Cummins is a Barbadian art historian, educator and scholar, who currently serves as Director ...

In this episode, we interrogate the incredible impact that media has on the way we understand conflicts around the world. At its best, the media fosters informed public discourse and contributes to public understanding. It can also help hold governments and other actors accountable for their actions during conflict. But we cannot deny the downsides of media today as well. Media can blend opinion and fact, be used as a tool for prop...

Gaynel Curry has worked on ...