Educational Theories and Practices from the Majority World This book counters this Western ethnocentrism and suggests some means to fight it. The Western perspective stems from a minority and it
My Personal Opinion on Legalizing Marijuana in the U.S
19 Oct 2018 Legalization of Marijuana also known as cannabis in U.S. has been not only a contemporary but also a controversial issue. However, twenty-four states have legalized the use of marijuana for medicinal purposes with recreational use legalized only in Alaska, Colorado, Oregon, Washington, and the District of Columbia. In my opinion, which I […]
7 Most Awful War Operations in History
20 Aug 2018 Throughout history, bad weather, insufficient weaponry, and bad luck played an important role in winning or losing battles. In normal life, overconfidence, carelessness, and momentary lapses in judgment can result in pretty bad consequences. The same applies to battlefields where consequences can be catastrophic. One mistake can change the world or put millions […]
The End of the War at Korean Peninsula: What Changes will it Bring?
05 Sep 2018 Korean Peninsula has been ravaged by war for almost 65 years. Armistice efforts throughout the decades’ long war have been unsuccessful, partly owing to the involvement of many parties, including the United States, China, and Russia. Hope for the contested border is on the horizon following a historic summitbetween leaders of the North […]
What should be Done to Prevent Using Drones as a New Weapon?
20 Aug 2018 The need for security has compelled the development of various apparatus that would address this matter. Governments have engaged in innovations that would make them standout in matters security. This saw the invention of drones to counter the increasing terrorism activities that have caused a lot of damage to the universe. And […]
The Big Mistake of Volunteering: The “Savior” Complex
08 Aug 2018 No one wants to carry the world’s problems on their shoulders. As much there seem to be ways to help the intensity of these problems appear to weigh down on every individual. In the long run, most people develop some sort of fear and tend to adopt the “escapism” path in dealing […]
CROSSING THE LINES: KASHMIR, PAKISTAN, INDIA
20 Jul 2004 Alliance for a Secular and Democratic South Asia and PAKSMIT (Pakistani Students at MIT) present CROSSING THE LINES: KASHMIR, PAKISTAN, INDIA July 20, at 7:00 MIT Room 3-270 A story of people at war over borders and boundaries by Pervez Hoodbhoy and Zia Mian Produced for the Eqbal Ahmad Foundation, 2004 […]
Kazi Nazrul Islam Death Anniversary
28 Aug 2004 The poet’s message is poignant in light of the increasing violence and intolerance in Bangladesh. The effect of the breakdown of law and order fall on all sectors of the population but disproportionately on the marginalized and weaker, such as Hindus and Ahmadiyas. The recent attack by grenades on a densely populated […]
Despair and Hope: Crisis in Bangladesh? (Forum Oct 2004)
9 Oct 2004 The Alliance for a Secular and Democratic South Asia invites you to A Forum Despair and Hope: Crisis in Bangladesh? Central Square Cambridge Public Library Lewis Conference Room Saturday October 9th, 3-5pm An attack by grenades on a densely populated mass rally in Dhaka in August of this year left 20 dead […]
Shabnam Hashmi at MIT March 7 9 – 7pm Rm 4-145
6 Mar 2008 Alliance for a Secular and Democratic South Asia Womens and Gender Studies at MIT present “The Uses and Misuses of Religion: Lessons from 20 years of Anti-Communal Activism” by Shabnam Hashmi March 7, 2008 7-9PM MIT 4-145 As many of you know, India has been torn with religious strife for the last several […]