IAF U460 - Transnational Activism in Global Civil Society

Institution:

Northeastern University

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Description:

Examines transnational advocacy and activism from both theoretical and practical aspects. Explores the growing literature of transnational activism. Focuses upon the impact of such movements upon global and local civil society and issues of democratization. Also includes a training component in grassroots organization and NGO development. Offers students an opportunity to research local and global problems and organize a community development project over the course of the semester to address these issues.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.northeastern.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 373-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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