WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR

Ph.D. & Postdoc

Description:

This joint summer school between the Universities of Copenhagen and Geneva (both 4EU+ Alliance members) explores the field of green activism with a specific focus on different forms in the context of changing discourses of criminalization, engagement, radicalism and extremism.

Certain forms of green activism, from climate change to mining-related protest, are increasingly subject to criminalization. Rather than working for a cause they are seen as working against the common good, societal needs and functions. At the same time, there is a growing desperation within parts of society, that we are doing far too little and far too late, leading to an increased unconditional call for action. New forms of social mobilization and politics are thus pushing the boundaries of existing protests and practices.

In this summer school we combine the introduction to green activism with cutting-edge conceptual discussions around the concepts of criminalization, the politics of radicalization and critical perspectives in green criminology. Case-study insights from ethnography and political geography are mobilized to ground discussions in specific everyday contexts and political situations.

The summer school will involve a combination of keynotes, case study learning and conceptual perspective.

Location: The event will take place at the Centro Umami, Ascona

It is the sole responsibility of the student to secure approval from their home institution for the transfer or recognition of academic credit for this course, in accordance with our Terms & Conditions.