Social Classes and Social Movements (ISA RC47 Newsletter - 2018.2)

2018

Information about ISA-RC47 publications and activities & the call for abstracts for the 2016 ISA Forum in Vienna

ISA Newsletter

2011

The RC36 at the ISA intends to take an active part in the work of the Second ISA Forum in Buenos Aires, Argentina, 1-4-August 2012. RC36 invites interested members and researchers to submit proposals for sessions dealing with questions of theoretical and empirical significance for the field. The proposal should include the name and the contact information of the session organizer, a session title, and an abstract of approximately 200 words that clarifies the session's theme and the type of research interests which it in particular will address. Dear RC36 members! The deadline for submitting session proposals for the Second Forum on Sociology 2012, Buenos Aires, has been extended to July 11th, 2011. Please send your proposals to Vessela. [email protected], Dirk Michel-Schertges <[email protected]>, and Miriam Adelman <[email protected]> as soon as possible. Our RC must submit the final list of Forum sessions to the ISA by July 15, 2011. Regards, Vessela Misheva

ISA RC47 Newsletter, 2020

This Newsletter has key information about the RC47 participation in the IV ISA Forum of Sociology, including our highlights, practical information and the full program. It also includes a report on activities developed over the past two years (2019-2020).

International Sociological Association. Research Committee 47 "Social Classes and Social Movements"

ISA47 activities & publications. Program for the ISA Forum, July 2016

Facts and Norms Newsletter, 2024

The Facts and Norms Newsletter #8 | A periodical bulletin with World News, new developments in international law and human rights, recent rulings by international courts and tribunals, and selected academic and professional opportunities! ISSN 2965-8780 | SUBSCRIBE FOR FREE: https://forms.gle/Kcpp7VPf8B7BAsf98 Editorial Staff: Henrique Napoleão Alves, Sarah Ebram Alvarenga, João Fernando Martins Posso, Felipe Martins Anawate EDITORIAL Welcome to the eighth edition of the Facts and Norms Newsletter for 2024. This month, we continue our commitment to providing comprehensive coverage of significant developments in international law and human rights. In this issue, we highlight several important cases and rulings from international courts. The International Court of Justice has scheduled public hearings in the maritime delimitation case between Gabon and Equatorial Guinea, and received numerous written comments on its advisory proceedings regarding climate change obligations. The Court also continues to receive interventions from states in the ongoing Gaza genocide case. We further delve into recent activities and statements from the United Nations, including commemorations of the International Day for People of African Descent, warnings about gender-based violence in Sudan, and calls to end violence against the Rohingya in Myanmar. The UN has also highlighted concerning developments like terror attacks in Pakistan and Burkina Faso, floods in Yemen, and mass graves discovered in Libya. Our coverage extends to significant regional court rulings and activities. The Inter-American Court of Human Rights is set to hold its 169th Regular Session, commemorating its 45th anniversary and deliberating on several key cases. The African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights continues its work on pressing issues across the continent. The European Court of Human Rights has issued important rulings on topics ranging from the right to legal assistance during police questioning to freedom of expression for whistle-blowers. As always, our academic and professional opportunities section provides a comprehensive overview of calls for papers, fellowships, job openings, and other opportunities in international law and human rights. These third-party listings are provided for informational purposes, and we encourage readers to independently verify details. Finally, we are proud to share updates from the Facts and Norms Institute, including our continued collaboration with the American Society of International Law on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Interest Group Newsletter, and the announcement of our second Winter Course on Legal Theory, International Law and Human Rights in partnership with the University of Lisbon. As you explore this edition, we invite you to engage with the content, reflect on the evolving landscape of international law and human rights, and join us in our commitment to advancing knowledge and promoting justice. Enjoy the read! Professor Henrique Napoleão Alves, Chief Editor ___________ Contents: International Court of Justice and World News: Gabon/Equatorial Guinea maritime delimitation case: public hearings scheduled for September 30 - October 4, 2024; ICJ receives 62 written comments in climate change advisory proceedings; Türkiye files declaration of intervention in Gaza genocide case; Ukraine v. Russia genocide case: 23 States file declarations of intervention for merits stage; Historic speech by Dr. King at UN highlighted on International Day for People of African Descent; Millions at risk of gender-based violence in Sudan amid lack of medical services; World news in brief: Terror attacks in Pakistan and Burkina Faso, Yemen floods update, mass graves in Libya; UN Secretary-General calls for end to Myanmar violence against Rohingya; Urged to curb hate speech and address racism after riots; Afghanistan: Two decades of education progress reversed under Taliban rule. News from the Inter-American System: IACtHR to hold 169th regular session with judgments and hearings; IACtHR concludes extraordinary session focusing on indigenous rights case against Ecuador. News from the African System: ACHPR announces 81st Ordinary Session in The Gambia; ACHPR calls for action on International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples; ACHPR expresses concern over human rights abuses during protests in Nigeria; ACHPR supports UN High Commissioner for Human Rights visit to Cameroon; ACHPR concludes 80th Ordinary Session, adopts resolutions on key human rights issues; ACHPR mourns deaths of migrants in Mauritania shipwreck; ACHPR expresses concern over disappearance of three journalists in Burkina Faso; ACHPR concludes benchmarking visit to Inter-American Commission on Human Rights; ACHPR expresses concern over landslides in Ethiopia. News from the European System: No violation of right to legal assistance during initial police interviews in W.R. v. the Netherlands; Belgium violated rights of psychiatric detainee in B.D. v. Belgium; No violation of doctor's freedom of expression in Bielau v. Austria; ECHR upholds terrorism conviction despite lack of prior designation of group as terrorist organization; No violation of family life in restricted contact between incarcerated father and son (Namık Yüksel v. Türkiye); Türkiye violated obligation to investigate rape of disabled applicant in İ.G. v. Türkiye; Armenia violated whistle-blower's freedom of expression in Hrachya Harutyunyan v. Armenia; No violation of freedom of expression in defamation case against local councilor (Lefebvre v. France). Academic & Professional Opportunities: Call for contributions: CPTA Newsletter nº. 2024, “Education and Training for the Prevention of Torture in Africa”; Call for papers: Inaugural Workshop 2025, Lotus-related Conversations, Lotus Project; Call for papers: HAKI Journal of Human Rights, Volume 3, nº. 3, 2024; Call for papers: African Human Rights Yearbook Volume 8 (2024); Call for papers: Materials for Energy and the Environment; Call for abstracts: Routledge Handbook of Children's Rights in Africa; Call for papers: Towards an Endogenous African Constitutionalism and Legitimate Government; Call for papers: Toward Society-Centred Responsible Leadership; Online course: Rights of Traditional Peoples and Communities; Advanced Human Rights Course: Data Protection in Africa; Master of Laws – Public International Law, Sigmund Freud Private University; Call for applications: OHCHR Indigenous Fellowship Program 2025; United Nations-Nippon Foundation Fellowship Program on Oceans and Maritime Law; Communications and Advocacy Fellowship, SOLIDAR; Human Rights investigator, Fair Food Standards Council (FFSC); Technology Advocacy Manager, Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ); Advocacy Officer, Front Line Defenders; Horizon Fellowship, Horizon Institute for Public Service; Research Analyst Consultant, European Anti-Poverty Network (EAPN); Senior Policy & Advocacy Officer, European Anti-Poverty Network (EAPN); Research Manager, Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL); Research Technologist, Human Rights Watch (HRW); Expert on Biodiversity and Environmental Markets in Brazil, UNEP; Communications Internship, World Food Programme (WFP); Information Management Clerk, International Organization for Migration (IOM); Program Management & Partnership Specialist, Pan American Health Organization (PAHO); PAHO Consultant – Participation and Social Control in the SUS; Humanitarian Assistance and Emergency Coordinator, International Organization for Migration (IOM); Child Participation Coordinator, Eurochild; Business Associate, UNDP; Frontend Developer Associate, UNDP; Data Analyst, UNDP; Assistant Professor in Durham Law School and Economics Department, Durham University; Peace, Climate, and Sustainable Development Internship, International Peace Institute (IPI); Internship Program in Social Communication, Inter-American Development Bank (IDB); Head of Campaigns, International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH); Project Assistant, UNDP; Programme Assistant (Space Security/WMD), UNIDIR; Project Manager, Gender-Responsive Governance, Women's Leadership and Participation, UN Women; Finance Officer, World Food Programme (WFP); Corporate Fundraising Officer, UNICEF; Associate Witness Protection Officer, Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar (IIMM); Inspector General, Organization of American States (OAS); Radcliffe Fellowship, Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study at Harvard University; Internship Program, Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR); Analysis & Evidence Specialist, International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC); Programme Manager, Promoting Local Democracy Department, Council of Europe; Legal Officer, United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP); Donald M. Payne International Development Fellowship Program; Fellowship for the Rapporteurship on the Rights of LGBTI People, Organization of American States (OAS); Senior Programme Management Assistant, Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC); Young Professionals Programme (YPP) Examination: Political Affairs & Human Rights, UN Secretariat; Activist-in-Residence (AIR) 2024/25, The Feminist Centre for Research on Race and Racialisation (FCRJ); Postdoctoral Research Associate, Dickson Poon School of Law, King's College London; Policy Advisor, Directorate General Human Rights and Rule of Law, Council of Europe; Global Innovation Fellowships, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace & The British Academy. News from the Facts and Norms Institute (FNI): American Society of International Law and the Facts and Norms Institute release new issue of Indigenous Peoples' Rights Newsletter; Exclusive Winter Course in Lisbon: FNI and University of Lisbon offer unique opportunity for scholars, professionals, and students.

The RC 47 was founded with the conviction that the study of social movements provides elements for a better understanding of both specific social actors and society as a whole. This text provides a synthesis of an analytic approach and concrete initiatives we plan to develop in the 4 next years.

SRS Newsletter, 2021

With this issue of the Newsletter the Society for Romanian Studies proudly announces its next international conference, which will be held at the Universitatea de Vest din Timişoara on 15-17 June 2022. The theme of the conference is "Borders and Transfers," and Professors Maria Bucur and Adriana Babeţi have kindly agreed to give our keynote speeches. For more details see the Call for Papers elsewhere in this newsletter. Many thanks to Anca Şincan and the rest of the conference organising committee for all their work putting this event together. Competitions for both the Sixth SRS Book Prize and the Thirteenth SRS Graduate Student Essay Prize are well underway. If you have not yet sent in your entries now is the time to do so. The standard for both competitions is increasingly high, reflecting the flourishing nature of the field. The SRS is also planning to launch a Biennial Dissertation Prize named in honour of the late Professor Keith Hitchins next year. We will be soliciting donations in order to pay for the prize and details on how to donate will be available shortly. Coming as it does after a surreal year of online teaching and learning, with conferences increasingly moving online and libraries and archives closed, this summer will be an unusual one for many of us. Travel restrictions remain in place to and from a number of countries and many people will struggle to do research that they had planned for this summer under these circumstances. It is during times such as these that I am particularly grateful for an organisation such as the Society for Romanian Studies. SRS networks, social media, and friendships developed through and within the organisation make it possible to stay in touch with what is happening in Romania, Moldova, and their diasporas in a way that would have been impossible only a short time ago. If you don't already do so, please make use of this time to reach out to other members through the mentoring scheme or to put together a panel for next year's conference. If you're intrigued about new books in the field, have a look at the recordings of the first series of book talks run by Iuliu Raţiu on behalf of the Journal of Romanian Studies, in which he brought together authors and reviewers to discuss books that have been reviewed in the journal. These are available on the journal's Facebook page and its Youtube channel. As usual, also have a look at some of the exciting new titles highlighted in this issue of the Newsletter. Just because we haven't seen each other for a while doesn't mean that we have to be disconnected from the vibrant world of Romanian Studies.