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12. Can the EU be True to its Values?
- Author:
- Frans Timmermans
- Publication Date:
- 09-2018
- Content Type:
- Video
- Institution:
- Columbia University World Leaders Forum
- Abstract:
- First Vice-President of the European Commission Frans Timmermans discusses current global and European challenges, including migration, populism, and threats to democracy, the media, and the rule of law at the Columbia World Leader's Forum. Recently described by the Financial Times as "Europe's champion idealist", Frans Timmermans is on the frontline of EU policy on managing migration, defending the judiciary, fighting terrorism, and harnessing globalization in the face of threats to the multilateral world order.
- Topic:
- Globalization, International Cooperation, Migration, Counter-terrorism, Democracy, and Populism
- Political Geography:
- New York, Europe, and European Union
13. Commemorating Václav Havel: A Speech by Madeleine Albright
- Author:
- Madeleine Albright
- Publication Date:
- 09-2018
- Content Type:
- Video
- Institution:
- Columbia University World Leaders Forum
- Abstract:
- Remarks by Former United States Secretary of State, The Honorable Madeleine K. Albright, commemorating Vaclav Hável as an intellectual, leader, and agent of change and how his legacy continues to play an important role in today’s current global landscape. Followed by a question and answer session with the audience.
- Topic:
- Authoritarianism, Democracy, Populism, and Political Prisoners
- Political Geography:
- New York, Europe, Soviet Union, and Czech Republic
14. President of the UN General Assembly, 73rd Session
- Author:
- María Fernanda Espinosa Garcés
- Publication Date:
- 10-2018
- Content Type:
- Video
- Institution:
- Columbia University World Leaders Forum
- Abstract:
- Her Excellency Mrs. María Fernanda Espinosa Garcés, President of the 73rd Session of the UN General Assembly, speaks at the Columbia University World Leaders Forum.
- Topic:
- Climate Change, Development, United Nations, and Multilateral Relatons
- Political Geography:
- New York and United Nations
15. HeForShe #GetFree Tour Columbia: Gender Equality in STEM and Academia
- Author:
- Elizabeth Nyamayaro, Mary Boyce, Helen Lu, Carol Mason, and Dennis A. Mitchell
- Publication Date:
- 10-2018
- Content Type:
- Video
- Institution:
- Columbia University World Leaders Forum
- Abstract:
- A discussion on women and equality in academia with a focus on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) in conjunction with the UN's global HeForShe movement for gender equality.
- Topic:
- Gender Issues, Science and Technology, United Nations, Women, and Inequality
- Political Geography:
- New York, United Nations, and Global Focus
16. Glass Ceilings and Dirt Floors
- Author:
- Paula-Mae Weekes
- Publication Date:
- 10-2018
- Content Type:
- Video
- Institution:
- Columbia University World Leaders Forum
- Abstract:
- This World Leaders Forum program features an address by President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, Her Excellency Paula-Mae Weekes, titled “Glass Ceilings and Dirt Floors”, followed by a question and answer session with the audience
- Topic:
- Development, Education, Gender Issues, Women, and Inequality
- Political Geography:
- New York, Caribbean, Trinidad and Tobago, and United States of America
17. Estonia, the Land of Skype, the Digital Land
- Author:
- Kersti Kalijulaid
- Publication Date:
- 11-2018
- Content Type:
- Video
- Institution:
- Columbia University World Leaders Forum
- Abstract:
- President of Estonia Kersti Kaljulaid will address how Estonia has successfully made a wide-scale digital transformation of both its public and private sectors resulting in an advanced digital society. Estonian government created a nationwide digital platform which enables citizens to file taxes in minutes, run companies from distance and access medical records online. Additionally, Estonia is permitting non-residents from around the world to apply for Estonian e-Residency to become a part of its digital society. Estonia has been recognized as a model for other nations looking to modernize their government services and governance. The President of Estonia will address the challenges and opportunities her country faces in regards to digital transformation.
- Topic:
- Development, Science and Technology, Internet, and Economic growth
- Political Geography:
- New York, Europe, and Estonia
18. Cities of the Mind: Lost Cities and Their Inhabitants
- Author:
- Ashis Nandy
- Publication Date:
- 11-2018
- Content Type:
- Video
- Institution:
- Columbia University World Leaders Forum
- Abstract:
- This World Leaders Forum features an address by Ashis Nandy, Indian Political Psychologist, Social Theorist and Critic; Honorary Fellow and Former Director, Centre for the Study of Developing Societies, Delhi; Distinguished Fellow, Institute of Postcolonial Studies, Melbourne, titled “Cities of the Mind: Lost Cities and Their Inhabitants”, followed by a question and answer session with the audience.
- Topic:
- Development, History, Urbanization, and Ethnic Cleansing
- Political Geography:
- New York, South Asia, and India
19. Compelling Priorities for Global Health
- Author:
- Tedros Adhanom, Lee C. Bollinger, Jeffrey D. Sachs, Elizabeth Cameron, Gavin Schmidt, and Wilmot James
- Publication Date:
- 09-2017
- Content Type:
- Video
- Institution:
- Columbia University World Leaders Forum
- Abstract:
- A discussion featuring an address by Dr. Tedros Adhanom, Director General of the World Health Organization (WHO). The world today is trying to manage health risks associated with population growth, climate change, deforestation, institutional collapse, state failure, accidents, human error, war and terrorism. The full range of risks include infectious disease outbreaks, biological, chemical, radiological and nuclear spill-overs or attacks, multiple hazards, food insecurity, state fragility and cyber security failure or attacks. This is a breath-taking range of risks and no single institution can tackle it alone. It truly is humanity's common concern. As the UN agency responsible for global health, the World Health Organisation (WHO) is the organizational expression for humanity's common concern and we are honored to have the recently elected Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom address us on the priorities for his leadership. To discuss and debate with Dr. Tedros, we are delighted to have world leading experts in development, disease control and prevention and climate change and health dissect the opportunities and challenges in managing the health risks the world faces today. Welcoming remarks by Lee C. Bollinger, introduction by Jeffrey D. Sachs. Participants: Jeffrey D. Sachs, Elizabeth Cameron, and Gavin Schmidt. Moderator: Wilmot James
- Topic:
- Climate Change, Health, War, World Health Organization, Nuclear Power, and Food Security
- Political Geography:
- New York, Global Focus, and United States of America
20. Alexander Van der Bellen, President of Austria
- Author:
- Alexander Van der Bellen
- Publication Date:
- 09-2017
- Content Type:
- Working Paper
- Institution:
- Columbia University World Leaders Forum
- Abstract:
- His Excellency Dr. Alexander Van der Bellen, Federal President of the Republic of Austria, addresses the Columbia University World Leaders Forum in Low Library.
- Topic:
- Climate Change, Human Rights, International Cooperation, International Affairs, and European Union
- Political Geography:
- New York, Europe, Austria, and European Union
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