Social Justice and Global Stewardship (SoJust)
Decolonizing society, actualizing social justice, transforming our world
Join Dr. James Mandigo for a compelling edition of the President’s Leadership Lecture Series featuring a keynote address from the Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State for International Development and Member of Parliament for Surrey Centre. Together, they will explore what it means to lead, collaborate, and create impact in an increasingly complex global landscape, … Read more
The School of Social Justice and Global Stewardship/ GDS program invites students, faculty, and community members to a public talk by Dr. Ajay Parasram, Associate Professor of International Development Studies and History at Dalhousie University. In his lecture, “Another ‘Walt’ is Possible: Pluriversal Sovereignty, Imperial Political Economy, and Decolonial Development,” Dr. Parasram draws on his … Read more
Looking for a chance to connect with fellow students, meet your professors, and learn more about upcoming opportunities? Don’t miss the Fall Social Event for Global Development Studies (GDS), Peace and Conflict Studies (PACS), and Indigenous Studies (IS) students! 📅 Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025 ⏰ Time: 1:00–2:30 pm 📍 Location: Room A203b Here’s what’s … Read more
Hosted by the School of Social Justice and Global Stewardship Join us for an open lecture with Dr. Westen K. Shilaho (University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa), who will share insights from his research on Africa and the International Criminal Court. The session will be hosted by Dr. Kirsten Van Houten and will explore pressing … Read more
Learn about socio-economic, political, and environmental issues and challenges in the African continent from the perspective of African scholars and activists in GDS 204, ‘Development in the African Continent’. This course addresses and challenges stereotypes and injustices affecting the African continent. This hybrid course is offered on Tues. and Thurs. from 11:30-12:50 pm. Contact Dr. … Read more
HIST/LAS 460 examines the state terror policies of the Argentine and Chilean military regimes in the 1970s and 1980s, the struggle for human rights in both countries, and the ensuing—and ongoing—debates over impunity, justice, and historical memory. In studying repression and its impact, the course draws on a wide range of distinct sources, including historical … Read more
Join us for a discussion on UFV’s global partnerships and how UFV students engage in global development, social justice studies, careers, and internships. This event features current GDS students and alumni sharing their experiences and insights. 📅 Saturday, April 5, 2025📍 Evered Hall, Building S, Abbotsford CampusPanel Discussion: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PMSocial Hour: 3:00 … Read more
Celebrate International Women’s Day at UFV Join us in celebrating International Women’s Day with an inspiring event featuring Sahar Maqsoodi, an Afghan women’s rights activist, writer, and senior student of political science and governance. Event Details: Date: March 7, 2025 Time: 9:30 – 11:20 AM Location: D139, Abbotsford Campus Light refreshments will be served Sahar … Read more
Event details Date & time Monday, March 3, 2025 from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm. Location Evered Hall Description UFV students will share ideas and reflections on their role as ‘changemakers’, advocates, and allies, and the importance of equity and decolonization in relation to social justice and global development issues. A panel of representatives from … Read more
Faculty, staff, and students are invited to join online Global Development Studies 370 on Wednesday September 18th 2024 to witness a talk by Caitlin McKay from Lucky Iron Life. Learn how Lucky Iron Life, a Canadian social enterprise, is addressing iron deficiencies and improving nutrition, worldwide. Our guest speaker has over a decade of experience … Read more