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In 2021, the Centre commissioned historical research, from an Indigenous perspective, on the river and lands surrounding our 1906 Ottawa headquarters. The report, Where Sussex Meets the Kichi Sibi: History and Pluralism at 330 Sussex by Archipel Research & Consulting, an Indigenous-owned and women-led firm, seeks to understand the colonial legacies -- however painful -- tied to this location. Hear Archipel CEO ...

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Beyond Recovery: The Power of Pluralism in a Divided Age was a panel discussion held on April 8, 2021. This highlight video shares key questions, statements and concerns from Dr. Comfort Ero, Ms. Kim Ghattas, and Dr. Wendell Nii Laryea Adjetey surrounding the global efforts for recovery. For more info: Watch the full panel here: ...

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Around the world, people are talking about recovery from the pandemic. How do we push beyond recovery to repair major fault lines and build an equitable future for all? We've asked our network of pluralism champions around the world about what #BeyondRecovery means in their communities. Here's what Dr. Elisabeth King, from New York University had to say. Learn more: www.pluralism.ca/beyond-recovery/. ...

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Around the world, people are talking about recovery from the pandemic. How do we push beyond recovery to repair major fault lines and build an equitable future for all? We've asked our network of pluralism champions around the world about what #BeyondRecovery means in their communities. Here's what Daniel Otieno, from Kenyatta University had to say. Learn more: www.pluralism.ca/beyond-recovery/. ...

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Around the world, people are talking about recovery from the pandemic. How do we push beyond recovery to repair major fault lines and build an equitable future for all? We've asked our network of pluralism champions around the world about what #BeyondRecovery means in their communities. Here's what Wale Lawal, from The Republic had to say. Learn more: www.pluralism.ca/beyond-recovery/. ...

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The Global Centre for Pluralism Secretary General Meredith Preston McGhie speaks at Pre Expo 2020 Dubai Tolerance & Inclusivity Week. Here she considers the question, how can we foster a greater common understanding for more tolerant and inclusive societies? ...

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A virtual book launch hosted by the Global Centre for Pluralism about recognizing ethnic identity as a strategy for building peace, with leading peacebuilding scholars Elisabeth King and Cyrus Samii, moderated by Obi Anyadike of The New Humanitarian. Buy the book here: ...

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On May 30th, 2019, the Global Centre for Pluralism, in partnership with the Task Force on Justice and the International Development Research Centre (IDRC), hosted the Canadian launch of the Task Force's latest report, Justice for All. Drawing on research by the world's leading justice organizations and experts, this report provides a first estimate of the global justice gap. It makes the case ...

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Liberal democracies are being rocked by popular movements that challenge previously accepted values and institutions. How can the West, and other regions, respond to the forces of populist grievance in ways that foster and strengthen pluralism ─ addressing legitimate concerns while combatting efforts to sow division? On April 30th, 2019, the Global Centre for Pluralism hosted a conversation with Canadian Minister of Foreign ...

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On October 4th, 2018, Karen Armstrong, writer and religious historian, delivered the sixth Annual Pluralism Lecture titled "Compassion or Toleration? Two Approaches to Pluralism". Over the last 20 years, Karen Armstrong has written more than 20 books on faith and the major religions, including Islam, Judaism and Christianity. She is the author of Islam: A Short History, Twelve Steps to a Compassionate Life ...

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Le ministre des Affaires étrangères de la République tunisienne, Son Excellence Monsieur Khemaies Jhinaoui, a abordé ces défis en compagnie de Roula El-Rifai, Spécialiste de programme principale, Centre de recherches pour le développement international. ...

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Far-right nationalism has emerged as a major force to contend with in European politics and debate. Political parties have found success by appealing to entrenched fears over increased migration and religious difference. The result has been a political climate that is being shaped by a suspicion of migrants and refugees, and even xenophobia. Watch leading member of Germany's Green Party, federal Member of ...

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В сентябре 2017 года в интервью центру гражданка Канады украинского происхождения и бывший студент исторического факультета Ольга Шаповалова рассказала об ее опыте изучения истории в Украине и Канаде. Это один из вопросов, который она задает: может ли у нас быть история, которая по-настоящему объективна, даже если историк осознает ограниченность источников и свои предубеждения? Читайте полное интервью здесь: ...

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University of Washington's John Bowen was at the Centre to discuss the prospects for pluralism in North America and Europe. ...

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Defined simply, pluralism is an ethic of respect for diversity. Whereas diversity is a fact, pluralism is a choice. Pluralism results from the daily decisions taken by state institutions, by civil society actors and associations and by individuals to recognize and value human differences. Pluralist societies are not accidents of history. They require continuous investment and decision-making across many different sectors -- economic, ...

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Virginie Laurent of the Universidad de los Andes joined us to discuss the importance of pluralism to indigenous rights in Colombia. ...

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Northern Illinois University's Abu Bah joined us at the Pluralism Think Tank to discuss the role of religion and democracy in strengthening pluralism. ...

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THE DIVERSITY DIVIDEND: CANADA'S GLOBAL ADVANTAGE Research Report Launch and Panel Discussion at the Global Centre for Pluralism, April 24, 2017 Panelists: Paul Davidson, President & CEO, Universities Canada Zabeen Hirji, Chief Human Resources Officer, Royal Bank of Canada Kamal Al-Solaylee, Associate Professor, Ryerson University School of Journalism Omar Sachedina, Ottawa News Bureau Correspondent, CTV National News Introductory remarks by research leads: Dr. Bessma ...

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Rochana Bajpai of SOAS University of London joined us to discuss the dimensions of pluralism in India. ...

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Cyrus Samii of New York University joined us at the Centre to discuss the methodology behind tracking pluralism and conflict in the world. ...

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Elisabeth King of New York University joined us to examine the relationship between pluralism and international development. Read her paper here: ...

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On May 16th, His Highness the Aga Khan and His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada officially opened the Centre's new permanent headquarters at 330 Sussex Drive in Ottawa. Their thought-provoking speeches underscored that pluralism is critical to the long-term peace and prosperity of societies worldwide and addressed Canada's important role in the world as a leader for respecting ...

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Address by His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada at the Official Opening of the Global Centre for Pluralism. Read the Address here: ...

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