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The Foreign DeskThe case for foreign aidThe holidays are a time of giving but wealthy nations have not been in a generous mood. Andrew Mueller explores the case for foreign aid and how to turn the concept into a win-win for both donor and recipient. With Mark Lowcock, Andrew Mitchell and Kathryn Nwajiaku-Dahou. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-12-2142 min
ODI | Think ChangeRiots, race and misinformation – has alarmist rhetoric on migration gone too far?The fatal stabbing of three young girls in Southport by 17-year-old Axel Rudakubana back in July ignited riots which have swept across the UK and made global headlines.What followed from the tragedy was a racist, Islamophobic and anti-migrant campaign fuelled by misinformation and disinformation, which spilled into the streets with targeted attacks on mosques and ethnic minorities.This senseless violence again cast a spotlight on systemic issues of racism and inequality, and highlighted the potentially deadly consequences of our collective failure to tackle false information online, as well as the demonisation of migrants.2024-09-1735 minODI | Think ChangeThink Change Rewind at 50: highlights from our favourite episodesThis episode revisits some of our favourite conversations since the first Think Change podcast aired back in March 2022.Since that time we have released over 50 episodes and been lucky to host some brilliant guests, who have shared their analysis and stories with us on a range of critical global issues – from MDB reform and the debt crisis in the Global South to the future of the Africa-China relationship and the latest concerning developments in Gaza.The themes examined across all episodes are incredibly diverse, but they share a focus on reimagining a new vision for in...2024-07-2435 minODI | Think ChangeWhat trends will shape 2024? Part 12023 has been another year marked by major crises. This final episode reflects on where we are now, and the major global themes shaping 2024.The world is at a pivotal moment as we try to cope with multiple, interconnected crises. The number of people fleeing war, persecution and violence is at an estimated 114 million, against a backdrop of rising geo-political tensions, carbon emissions, food and energy crises, and economic instability.All this comes at a time when systems are overwhelmed, and international cooperation remains fragmented. But are there reasons for optimism?Next year will...2023-12-2834 min
Journey to TransformationBlack Perspectives (in moderation)Space invaders, manspreading, and side-eyes When you become attuned to the racism, power, and privilege around you, it's impossible to turn it off. For Teia, and people of colour everywhere that is part of daily life. Lauren and Teia talk about how this is showing up in the most unexpected places. Things we mentioned:Organisation and event space: Chatham HouseOrganisation: Overseas Development Institute (ODI)Event: Black perspectives on international relations* Speaker: Dr. Jenna Marshall - Lecturer at Kings College LondonSpeaker: Kathryn Nwajiaku-Dahou - ODI2022-11-0123 min
ODI | Think ChangeHow can we stop wars before they start?This episode examines how we can stop wars and better support peace efforts around the world. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has again put the spotlight on the failures of current approaches, but could this also be a critical moment to reform the agenda? Our experts discuss what we have been getting wrong and what needs the change. Speakers:· Sara Pantuliano, Chief Executive, ODI· Elizabeth Spehar, Assistant Secretary-General for Peacebuilding Support, UN· Paul Murphy, Executive Director, Saferworld· Kathryn Nwajiaku-Dahou, Director of Politics and Governance programme, ODIFor further information on the episode and its speakers, visit: Think Change...2022-05-1135 min
One Step Forward#036 Changing the development sector from the inside & the outside | Kathryn Nwajiaku-DahouKathryn Nwajiaku-Dahou is Director of the Politics and Governance Programme at the Overseas Development Institute. Past work has included academic posts, several development NGOs, and the OECD's Development Assistance Committee.
With this in mind, it's interesting that the recurring theme of this conversation is a rather ambivalent relationship with the aid sector.
She's worked with some of the marquee names in the sector, but specifically in roles that are critical or reformist in nature.
Equally in talking about her work she is conscious of the seriousness and the stakes of the overall development agenda -- but also of the very re...2021-04-1246 min
Politics and International Relations PodcastsSnaps shots from Southwark - What the Research saidKathryn Nwajiaku-Dahou gives a talk for the Same Difference - Nigerian Brits, French Senegalese: Comparing Integration in the UK and France conference. Please see http://www.politics.ox.ac.uk/index.php/details/1904-same-difference-comparing-integration-in-the-uk-and-france.html for further details.2012-11-1324 minPolitics and International Relations PodcastsReporting Results: Same Difference? Nigerian Brits - French Senegalese: What they said? What the research said?Kathryn Nwajiaku-Dahou (Oxford University, lead researcher) and Constance Mbassi Manga (Project researcher, Kings College) give a talk for the Same Difference Conference. Please see http://www.politics.ox.ac.uk/index.php/details/1904-same-difference-comparing-integration-in-the-uk-and-france.html for further details.2012-11-1307 min
Oxford Symposium On The August 2011 Riots: Context And ResponsesThe August 2011 Riots: A Political ActDr Kathryn Nwajiaku-Dahou (Politics Department, Oxford) gives a talk for the Oxford Symposium on the August 2011 Riots.2012-01-2716 min