Meet the Queer Society: SOAS Spotlight A spotlight on the SOAS Queer Society, a welcoming space for queer students and allies to connect, celebrate, and build community at the university.
5 books to read this LGBTQ+ History Month at SOAS Library Celebrate queer history this February with a curated selection of books available at the SOAS Library.
Rebranding destruction: Using ‘sustainability’ to mask harm in the Maldivian tourism industry Behind the Maldives’ luxury resorts and eco-friendly branding lies a troubling reality of environmental harm, resource exploitation, and social inequities.
Sparkle-washing: The ugly truth behind sparkly make-up The shimmer in your makeup is more than just aesthetics—it tells a story of exploitation, resilience, and ethical challenges. MA student Sara Eisya Ghozali uncovers the truth behind the mineral mica.
Faith in crisis: Water, ritual, and resilience among Iraq’s Mandaeans Climate change and water scarcity threaten the survival of the ancient Mandaean faith, as their sacred connection to rivers, vital for rituals and cultural identity, faces an uncertain future.
Beyond victimhood: How western narratives shape Inuit struggles for environmental justice MA student Tasmin Jones highlights how Western climate narratives often overshadow Inuit experiences, advocating for the inclusion of Inuit voices to foster more equitable climate solutions.
The art of empathy: Three stories of migration The Stories of Migration exhibition at the SOAS Gallery transforms complex research into compelling visual narratives, with empathy as the driving force behind a deeper understanding.
Economics, pluralism and democracy: An interview with Ha-Joon Chang Teemu Lari interviews DLD Co-Director Ha-Joon Chang on the topic of ‘Economics, pluralism and democracy’ for the Erasmus Journal for Philosophy and Economics.
Economics, Pluralism, and Democracy: Insights from Ha-Joon Chang Economics can feel intimidating, often shrouded in complex theories and jargon. However, the recently published article, Economics, Pluralism, and Democracy: An Interview with Ha-Joon Chang, offers a refreshing perspective that could help dispel these fears.