Looking Beyond the Frontlines to Uncover War’s Hidden Scars
Prof. Zoë Wool investigates the toxic, lingering and far-reaching effects of armed conflict
Peace and conflict
Toward a More Civil Discourse
As polarization in society grows, U of T is encouraging respectful dialogue on challenging topics across its three campuses
U of T Advisor Aims to Foster Civil Discussion on Tough Topics
English professor Randy Boyagoda says he will encourage understanding from ‘a place of curiosity and empathy’
Unseen Stories
The American perspective dominates our understanding of the Vietnam War. In her new book, Professor Thy Phu offers a glimpse from the other side
A New Generation Seeks to “Ban the Bomb”
Two U of T grads are taking part in UN treaty talks to outlaw atomic weapons. But not everyone’s on board
Warrior for Peace
U of T physicist Ursula Franklin staunchly opposed weapons of mass destruction. As Cold War tensions rise, her work remains as relevant as ever
The Children’s Crusader
One billion kids experience violence worldwide each year. Susan Bissell has devoted her life to ending the abuse
War Child
Michel Chikwanine talks about his long, difficult journey to the African Studies program at U of T
Apocalypse How?
The world is certain to end – just probably not this year
In Pursuit of Justice
Two U of T students recommend reparations for victims of child soldiers in Uganda
The Watchman
Human rights researcher Samer Muscati helps Iraqis find justice in a nation beginning to rebuild
Rules of Conduct
As chief of protocol, Desmond Parker brings peace of mind to United Nations’ guests
Steve Dennis
“My goal isn’t to end global conflict, but to end the suffering of people who live in places where conflict takes away their basic human rights”
A Doctor in Kigali
Dr. James Orbinski served as head mission for Doctors Without Borders during the Rwandan Genocide. What he saw there transformed him
Witness to War
While visiting Somalia in 1995, doctor and U of T professor Samantha Nutt experienced the hardship and rawness of bloodshed. Now, the founder of War Child Canada says she's "driven every day” to help children harmed by conflict
Khalid Ahmed
Sudan native wants to bring peace to his home country
Peace and Conflict Studies Centre Named for Trudeau
Former prime minister symbolizes "pursuit of a just society tempered by intellect and compassion," director says
Paths to Peace
At a time of international tension, U of T scholars are leading the search for alternatives to terror and war