Naomi Head is a Lecturer in Politics at the University of Glasgow. She works on conflict transformation, critical theory, dialogue and empathy, and is equally passionate about dancing Argentine tango. Recent publications include Justifying Violence: Communicative ethics and the use of force in Kosovo and ‘Transforming Conflict: Trust, Empathy, and Dialogue’.
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Published in: Can Europe Make It?The failure of empathy: European responses to the refugee crisisIn contrast to official policies, there has been a wide array of responses seeking to support and welcome refugees from within civil societies, and these should be highlighted.
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Published in: North Africa, West AsiaSome are more equal than others: responses to political violenceWhile it is true that the US has, for once, signed up to a UN Security Council statement which calls for an "immediate and unconditional humanitarian cease-fire”, this might still be considered a tactical step to prevent more strongly worded resolutions against Israel being proposed in the Security Council.
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Published in: TransformationTango: the intimate dance of conflict transformation
Trust, dialogue, passion, communication, vulnerability and empathy. Like tango, transforming conflict is an intimate affair.