Institute of Politics

IOP Pritzker Fellow Génesis Dávila on "Contemporary Cases: The Global Landscape Today" THIS SEMINAR IS OPEN TO CURRENT UCHICAGO STUDENTS ONLY Thursday, October 24 12:30-1:45pm This week, we will examine current instances of political persecution and arbitrary detentions, including cases from countries such as China, Venezuela, Nicaragua, Cuba, Russia, Belarus and Egypt. We will discuss the political contexts that give rise to these abuses and the challenges faced by victims in seeking justice. Special Guest (via Zoom): Félix Maradiaga, President of the Foundation for the Freedom of Nicaragua & former Political Prisoner and Presidential Candidate in Nicaragua Optional Reading: Read Chapters 1 to 3 of The Dissident: Alexey Navalny - Profile of a Political Prisoner, written by David Herszenhorn in 2023. This book provides an in-depth look at the life and activism of Alexey Navalny, a Russian opposition leader who has become a symbol of resistance against Vladimir Putin’s regime. Read Chapters 2 and 3 of Pathway to Freedom: Handbook for the Liberation of Political Prisoners, written by Génesis Dávila and Marian Da Silva. https://worldlibertycongress.org/world-liberty-congress/handbook/ Pritzker Fellows seminars are off the record and open to current UChicago students only. Seating in the IOP Living Room is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. If you have any questions about accessibility, please contact Sarah Palmisciano (spalmisciano@uchicago.edu).