Human Rights & Development
War, Erasure, and the Politics of Culture in Sudan
Two millennia of inhabitation by indigenous groups, immigrant and diaspora communities, and many others who made the land their home have shaped Sudan’s cultural legacy along the two Niles.…
August 7, 2026
GJIA presents its latest issue, Global Gaps, exploring the structural disconnects—across systems, norms, and knowledge—that hinder cohesive global transformation and asking: who and what are being left behind, and how can we bridge the divides?
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The Fall of Bashar al-Assad: Winners, Losers, and Challenges Ahead
Introduction The Syrian Civil War began in 2011 amid the Arab Spring with peaceful demonstrations against the authoritarian regime of Bashar al-Assad. The government responded with violent…
May 7, 2025
Society & Culture
In the Shadow of a Murder: Religious Freedom Versus the Social Good in Japan
Politics and Religion in JapanBefore 1945, the separation of church and state was a foreign concept in Japan. The eminent scholar of Japanese religion, Joseph Kitagawa (1915-1992), regarded the…
April 14, 2025
Science & Technology
AI’s Energy Demands and Nuclear’s Uncertain Future
The New DealsIn recent months, AI companies have seen a surge in interest in nuclear energy, driven by the increasing power demands of data centers. Tech giants are looking for reliable,…
April 16, 2025
Throughout history, those studying politics have believed that the world is on the cusp of change. Our era is not unique in holding that perspective, and the variety of conflicts, currents, and transnational threats we face today reinforces the notion that we face a moment of transition. This theme, the same as GJIA’s 27th print theme, invites high school students to focus on the lessons that states, peoples, and movements can and should learn from one another, across both time periods and place. Submissions are accepted until March 1st, 11:59 PM EST.
High School Essay Contest
37th & The World is the official podcast of the Georgetown Journal of International Affairs, the flagship publication of Georgetown’s School of Foreign Service. In this podcast, we dive into key global trends and speak directly with experts on these critical issues. Our undergraduate and graduate student editors host conversations with scholars and practitioners on the subjects they find meaningful and engaging.
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