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Can rhetorical action open the door to the next EU enlargement? A debate revisiting a great book

A recent debate published in the Journal of European Public Policy revisits the role of rhetorical action in EU decisions on Ukrainian candidacy and potential membership. The debate revisits Frank Schimmelfennig’s seminal book "The EU, NATO and the Integration of Europe: Rules and Rhetoric".

Why does radicalization usually not lead to terrorist violence?

What differentiates radicalized individuals who become involved in terrorist attacks from those who do not? This blog post highlights some of the findings of a multi-year study.

How to Involve Boys and Men in Preventing Gender-Based Violence?

Since #MeToo, the need for cultural change among men has been central in public debates, and “violence against women is a man’s problem” has become a popular slogan among organizations seeking to engage men in sexual violence prevention.

Securing Humanitarian Operations: Preparedness and Response to Cyber Crises in Aid Delivery

How can humanitarian organizations prepare for and respond to cyber threats? This project explores cyber strategies and develops actionable recommendations to help humanitarian organizations safeguard their operations in the cyber domain and protect the people they serve.

The way forward for cybersecurity training programs

What if...the United Kingdom invaded the Netherlands?

A hypothetical scenario where former Prime Minister of the UK, Boris Johnson, went ahead with his considerations of military options for acquiring AstraZeneca vaccines during the coronavirus pandemic. This post considers the legal implications for this almost unthinkable move.