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Genocide with Ed Westermann @SoL Center
We will examine the issue of genocide from its historical roots as proposed by Raphel Lemkin and codified in UN Resolution 260 to its continuing development within contemporary discourse. Westermann will discuss the changing construction of genocide and the implications associated with the conceptual, legal, and definitional changes to the concept as proposed by some legal and academic scholars. Dr. Ed Westermann received his Ph.D. in History from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. His most recent book…
Find out more »Panel Discussion: Peacebuilding in the Modern World
The purpose of this symposium is to have conversations about how we can all contribute to peacebuilding and gain insights into the challenges confronting today’s global community and finding collective solutions that promote and facilitate peace. The Four Fulbright Scholars, from Armenia, Turkey, Poland and Kazakhstan, will participate in a panel discussion at the University of the Incarnate Word Rosenberg Sky Room on the evening of Thursday, April 19, moderated by Congressman Charlie Gonzalez. The event is free and open…
Find out more »Earth Day: Fiesta Verde
FIESTA VERDE: FOR THE NEXT 300 YEARS -- 2018 San Antonio Earth Day Event hosted by Westside Development Corporation Come learn how to protect and nourish the Earth through live demonstrations, activities, and workshops on going off-grid with solar, water conservation, home energy efficiency, reducing our carbon footprint, vegan living, composting, mulching, improving air quality, supporting bee and butterfly pollination, gardening with Texas friendly plants, urban farming, and more! ** Green Spaces Alliance of South Texas will be on hand…
Find out more »Service of Remembrance and Celebration honoring Cesar Chavez
La Trinidad UMC is hosting a community-wide service of remembrance and celebration honoring the life of Cesar Chavez to mark the 25th anniversary of his death. The service will be held in the church sanctuary at 5 PM on Sunday, April 22, 2018 with Bishop Joel Martínez and Rev. John Feagins presiding together with community and civic leaders. Youth and advocacy groups are especially encouraged to attend this educational and informative event. An optional reception dinner will be offered benefiting…
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