Social Justice and Peace Studies 1025F/G - Introduction to Social Justice and Peace Studies

An interdisciplinary introduction to theories and strategies for pursuing social justice and peace. The course confronts the ethical implications of the structure and ideology of globalization under capitalism, the military industrial complex, war, corporate power, inequality, poverty, labour conflict, indigenous rights, gender issues, diversity, and environmental degradation, among other issues.
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Social Justice and Peace Studies 1026F/G - Approaches to Social Justice and Peace Studies

This course provides a comprehensive survey of theoretical approaches to social justice and peace.  It examines contemporary theories of justice, such as utilitarian, libertarian, distributive, procedural, religious and feminist. It examines contemporary theories of peace such as conflict resolution, pacifism, non-violence, war and humanitarian intervention.
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Social Justice and Peace Studies 2190 - Special Topics in Social Justice and Peace Studies

Selected topics of current interest in Social Justice and Peace Studies. A course description will be available at time of registration.
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Social Justice and Peace Studies 2195A/B-2199A/B - Special Topics in Social Justice and Peace Studies

Selected topics of current interest in Social Justice and Peace Studies. A course description will be available at time of registration.
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Social Justice and Peace Studies 2270A/B - 2278A/B - Special Topics in Social Justice and Peace Studies

Selected topics of current interest in Social Justice and Peace Studies. A course description will be available at time of registration.
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Social Justice and Peace Studies 2301A/B - Social Activism and Theories of Political Change

This class exposes students to a wide range of perspectives and debates on social activism and political change. We will investigate the major theories of how political change occurs, examine several prominent case studies of how activists have changed their society, and investigate contemporary debates in Canadian activism.
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Social Justice and Peace Studies 2302A/B - Building Peace in a World of Conflict

This course examines the various ways scholars and activists define peace and the challenges faced in building peace in a world of conflict. It will explore the causes of conflict, war, and other forms of violence; various approaches to constructive transformation; and the different means of promoting peace and justice.
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Social Justice and Peace Studies 2303A/B - Humanitarianism and Global Justice

This course surveys practices of humanitarian actors, focusing on the role of non-governmental organizations, civil society groups, global leaders and celebrity activism. It will compare and contrast historical responses to global crisis with contemporary attempts to make poverty history.
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Social Justice and Peace Studies 2304F/G - Social Network of Power and Privilege

This course will prepare students to be aware of power relations and ethical complexities in experiential learning or practicum settings, and to be reflexive and critical about their own positions, motives and potential influence.
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Social Justice and Peace Studies 3201A/B/Y - Community-Based Learning

Current social justice theories and concepts will be applied to an actual justice-oriented service learning project which students will co-design with a partner non-profit organization. Students will develop a better understanding of the interrelationship between theory and practice and critically reflect upon their roles in furthering social justice goals through placements and discussion.
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Social Justice and Peace Studies 3210F/G - Globalization and Citizenship

This course combines an investigation of global citizenship, globalization and social justice with international travel. In class, students will examine key concepts and theories in these fields. Students will apply their insights and social justice praxis during the travel. Additional costs to be borne by students.
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Social Justice and Peace Studies 3211F/G - Global Networks for Justice

This course uses international travel and in-class discussions to examine the contributions of global civil society groups to social justice. Students will explore challenges of working outside formal state institutions and evaluate possibilities for transnational partnership for social justice. Additional costs to be borne by students.
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Social Justice and Peace Studies 3320E - City Studio: Women in Civic Leadership

Women continue to be underrepresented in civic leadership. This course offers a unique experience for students who identify as women and are interested in becoming engaged in civic leadership and community building. Students are paired with a female civic leader to learn about the opportunities and barriers facing women.
Limited enrolment. Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the course. Priority will be given to students registered in Political Science or Social Justice and Peace Studies at Kings; or Political Science or Leadership Studies at Brescia. Application and interview are required. Check deadlines with your Program Coordinator/Chair.
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Social Justice and Peace Studies 3360F/G - Islam, Justice and Peace

By exploring the religious foundations of justice and peace in Islam’s theology, Sufism, and law, this course examines Muslims' conceptualizations and (successful or failed) expressions of justice and peace in historical and modern contexts.  Of particular interest will be contemporary issues of social, gender, racial, and environmental justice.
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Social Justice and Peace Studies 3361F/G - Ethics of War and Peace

This course examines various ethical approaches to war and peace. Topics include the just war tradition, preventative war, humanitarian intervention, the Responsibility to Protect doctrine, terrorism, freedom fighting, pacifism, active non-violence, just peacemaking, and international conflict resolution.
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Social Justice and Peace Studies 3370F/G - 3378F/G - Special Topics in Social Justice and Peace Studies

Selected topics of current interest in Social Justice and Peace Studies. These courses may serve as preparation or follow-up for an approved overseas program. A course description will be available at time of registration.
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Social Justice and Peace Studies 3380F/G - Justice and Alternative Economic Systems

An advanced exploration of the main philosophical debates over what a just and free society should look like. We investigate the strengths and weaknesses of contemporary capitalism, and contrast it with a range of economic alternatives including social democracy, state-socialism, market-socialism, universal caregiving, workplace democracy, and basic income.
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Social Justice and Peace Studies 3381F/G - Democracy and the Economy

The democratic ideal defines our times, but to what extent should democracy exist in the economy? In this course students investigate whether the dominant capitalist institutions - the state, market, workplace, media, etc. - foster or undermine democracy. We pay close attention to problems as well concrete alternatives for economic democracy.
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Social Justice and Peace Studies 3382F/G - Living a Just Life in an Unjust World

The first part of this course investigates a number of philosophical debates about what it means to live justly. The second part exposes students to a range of possible career paths in order to gain some insight into how one might reconcile progressive values with living in the real world.
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Social Justice and Peace Studies 3383F/G - Ecological Justice

This course critically examines ecological ideas. Students will study ecological philosophies, concepts, major environmental challenges, impacts of human experiments on the environment, as well as creative ways to develop environmentally just society where all life systems can flourish.
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Social Justice and Peace Studies 3396F/G - 3399F/G - Independent Study

Reading and discussion of selected topics in Social Justice and Peace.  These courses may serve as preparation or follow-up for an approved overseas program. See Program Coordinator for details.
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Social Justice and Peace Studies 4401F/G - Contemporary Canadian Issues in Social Justice and Peace

A research seminar on Canadian issues of injustice and conflict such as aboriginal rights, health, disability, housing, poverty, racism, gender inequality and environmental concerns. Active involvement in an organization pursuing social justice and peace initiatives will be encouraged.
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Social Justice and Peace Studies 4402F/G - Contemporary Global Issues in Social Justice and Peace

A research seminar on global issues of social justice, peace and conflict emphasizing international human rights, global economic justice, global environmental concerns, international and inter-ethnic arenas of conflict. Active involvement in an organization pursuing social justice and peace initiatives will be encouraged.
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Social Justice and Peace Studies 4403E - Senior Thesis in Social Justice and Peace Studies

This seminar provides students with a structured environment to work individually on an integrative research project that relates to their own academic interests and/or professional development within the field of social justice and peace studies.
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Social Justice and Peace Studies 4496F/G - 4499F/G - Independent Study

Reading and discussion of selected topics in Social Justice and Peace.(These courses may serve as preparation or follow-up for an approved overseas program. See Program Coordinator for details.)
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