Centre for the Study of State Violence opens at Nipissing
A new research and teaching hub focused on understanding the origins, impacts, and legacies of state violence is now open at Nipissing University.
Officials say the Centre for the Study of State Violence explores the causes and consequences of war, genocide, colonialism, and systemic oppression, including policies of displacement, environmental degradation, and social control.
They say it also advances research and education related to international justice, reconciliation, and resurgence.
“The opening of this Centre reflects the important role universities play in advancing knowledge, fostering critical inquiry, and supporting meaningful dialogue on complex global and societal challenges,” says Dr. Barbi Law, Associate Vice-President, Research, Innovation and Graduate Studies at Nipissing University. “We are grateful to the Canada Foundation for Innovation and the Ontario Research Fund for their support in advancing this important work.”
The university says through research, teaching, and community engagement, the centre will create opportunities to deepen understanding of state violence, learn from the experiences of those affected by it, and connect historical perspectives to contemporary issues.
“We hope this space serves as a catalyst for collaboration, discovery, and public conversations that extend far beyond our campus,” says Dr. Hilary Earl, Director of the Centre for the Study of State Violence and Professor of History at Nipissing University. “By bringing together researchers, students, educators, and community partners, this space will foster critical dialogue on the history and ongoing realities of war and genocide, and otherwise damaging state policies that impact the lives of so many.”
While the ribbon cutting was held Thursday night, activities continue throughout the weekend, including keynote presentations, panel discussions, and public film screenings.
For more information, visit: www.nipissingu.ca/centre-study-state-violence-opening
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