VIU MODEL UNITED NATIONS
In this authentic simulation, you will enter the world of diplomacy and negotiation and step into the shoes of ambassadors of UN member states, from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe, to debate and work on resolutions to current issues facing the organization’s real-life counterpart. Hosted by Global Studies and Political Studies.
- Registration
9 am – 10 am Building 355, Room 211 - Simulation
9:45 am – 7 pm
EVERYONE WELCOME!
Register in advance @ viumun.org or in-person each morning.
Nanaimo Global Film Festival: Metamorphosis
How will humanity be transformed by the global crisis we have created? A poem for the planet, Metamorphosis bears witness to a moment of profound change: the loss of one world, and the birth of another.
Global Citizens Week Program Guide (PDF)
Nanaimo Global Film Festival: The Reluctant Radical
The Reluctant Radical follows activist Ken Ward as he confronts his fears and puts himself in the direct path of the fossil fuel industry to combat climate change.
Nanaimo Global Film Festival - WAJD Songs of Separation
Three Syrian musicians re-assemble their lives in Turkey and Holland after the trauma, turmoil, and dislocation of war. What unites them all is a love of Syrian music and a devotion to their country.
Hosted by Alternative Film Series
Podcasts with a Purpose: A “Dark Room” Listening Event
Using media to mobilize social action. Free popcorn!
Hosted by Media Studies
Global Citizens Week Program Guide (PDF)
Global Perspectives on Housing
As populations rise and the cost of living increases, people around the globe are struggling to secure affordable housing. Join international and local experts to discuss solutions to the housing crisis.
Hosted by Community Planning and Geography
All Nations Reggae Symposium
Featuring high-energy performances by two of this year’s participants plus local reggae DJ and VIU staff member Rebel Selector. Entrance is free. 19yrs.+ with ID.
Hosted by VIUSU
Global Citizens Week Program Guide (PDF)
Worldbridger Film Series: Last Men in Aleppo
The devastating Syrian civil war is brought to life through the eyes of a group of volunteer rescue workers in Aleppo known as the White Helmets.
Hosted by Departments of Sociology and History, VIU-WUSC and Faculty of International Education
Pecha Kucha: Using Your Power for Good
Join us for Pecha Kucha-style presentations that address the question of “How will you use your learning/experience here at VIU to act on the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals?” Students and employees are encouraged to present either solo or in a team. For more information, please email sustainability@viu.ca
Hosted by VIU Sustainability Advisory Committee
All Nations Reggae Panel Featuring Clinton Fearon, Saritah and Yellowsky
A diverse panel of reggae artists will discuss their personal stories as they relate to finding their voice in reggae, as well as how the genre has emerged as a global movement of hope and resistance that transcends geography, language and cultural identity.
Hosted by Sociology