Tag: Violence

A black and white photograph of military perpetrators during Argentina's 1976 coup d'état. Prominent military leaders, including Jorge Rafael Videla (center), stand at attention in uniforms behind multiple microphones. Videla reads from a paper, symbolizing the Junta Militar's formal announcement of their seizure of power. Other perpetrators, Emilio Massera (left) and Orlando Ramón Agosti (right), flank Videla, representing the Argentine Army, Navy, and Air Force, key orchestrators of state terrorism during the dictatorship.
Books

Perpetrators of Mass Violence: How to Approach and Study Them

About the book Perpetrators: Encountering Humanity’s Dark Side, by Antonius C.G.M. Robben…

By Antonius C.G.M. Robben Alexander Laban Hinton 13 Min Read
Mural depicting a female figure wearing sunglasses with the text 'POUR QUE LA HONTE CHANGE DE CAMP'. The artwork references Gisèle Pélicot and is connected to the theme of 'chemical submissions', emphasizing the shift of shame from victims to perpetrators in cases of drug-facilitated abuse.
Human Rights

Legal Gaps: How Chemical Submission Enables Sexual Assault

The Mazan case in France shows how drug-facilitated violence challenges existing laws…

By Anne Wagner 16 Min Read
A crowd of Cuban protesters in Canada has gathered to protest against the dictatorship in Cuba. The demonstrators are holding signs expressing their rejection of the communist regime and denouncing the murders and political oppression. Some of the visible signs in the image include messages like "Libertad para los presos políticos" (Freedom for political prisoners), "Patria y Vida" (Homeland and Life), "Viva Cuba libre" (Long live free Cuba), and "We must finish the communism in Cuba." The protest highlights the demand for freedom and human rights for Cubans, as well as the condemnation of the repression and human rights violations by the Cuban government. Additionally, Cuban flags and various images contrasting the situation in Cuba with other realities can be seen.
Political Opinion

State-Sanctioned Murders and Repression in Communist Cuba

The Cuban dictatorship has maintained its grip on power for 65 years,…

By John Suarez 13 Min Read
Peace Advocacy in Colombia.
Human Rights

Peace Advocacy: Human Rights and Violence in Colombia

The path to a peace worth its name, in Colombia and elsewhere,…

By F. Richard Georgi 22 Min Read
A raccoon dog with striking facial markings looking out from behind the bars of a cage, a poignant visual for the article 'War on Animals' that underscores the impact of human conflicts on animal welfare.
Environment & Animals

War on Animals: Crafting a Law of Peace for All Beings

Advancing a legal framework that merges animal welfare with humanitarian principles promises…

By Saskia Stucki 18 Min Read
The scenario involves a police officer filming a Just Stop Oil activist on Whitehall near Parliament Square on 20 May 2023. This situation exemplifies the complex dynamics between violence and nonviolence, often dubbed the "Violence-Nonviolence Binary," within the context of social activism and law enforcement.
Environment & Animals

Rethinking the Violence-Nonviolence Binary in Climate

In the urgent quest to combat climate change, must we choose between…

By P&RR 11 Min Read
Electoral Dynamics: An authoritarian leader stands elevated in the center, overseeing his henchmen distribute bread and coins to the populace below. In the foreground, one of the henchmen discreetly hands over pre-marked ballots to the citizens. The scene, set in a city square, is intricately detailed, showing the nuances of the buildings and expressions of the people.
BooksAnalysis & Theories

Electoral Dynamics: Autocracies & Power Struggles

Electoral dynamics in autocratic regimes and post-conflict democracies are far from straightforward.…

By P&RR 8 Min Read
Elder woman sad
Insights

Elderly Women: Unearth & Champion the Hidden Pain

While society often celebrates youth and progress, the unsettling truth about domestic…

By P&RR 6 Min Read
Minimalist horizontal illustration with abstract elements depicting the challenges and struggles of environmental activists, particularly in the context of Latin America and the Amazon. The image merges clean lines and simple shapes with textures that convey the severity of violence and the urgency of environmental protection.
Environment & Animals

Crimes in the Name of Profit: Unveiling Activists’ Struggles

To address this crisis effectively, it is imperative that nations, organizations, and…

By P&RR 15 Min Read