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Dynamics of EU Borders Externalization Policies in Libya. An Evaluation of the Support to Integrated Border and Migration Management in Libya.
Spinnicchia, Chiara ; Nisbet, Jolan (advisor) ; Foradori, Paolo (referee)
The management of migration has become a critical challenge for the European Union (EU) as mixed migratory flows continue to impact its borders. The EU has adopted an externalization strategy to address this complex issue, collaborating with non-EU countries to manage migration and secure its borders. Among these countries, Libya has emerged as a significant partner in the EU's efforts to address the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the Central Mediterranean region. This research investigates the dynamics and effectiveness of the EU's externalization strategy, focusing on the implementation of the Integrated Border and Migration Management (IBM) project in Libya. The study adopts an analytical framework for policy evaluation that assesses three crucial dimensions of the implementation of the IBM project: "goal achievement," "good governance," and "sustainability." The findings reveal both the achievements and shortcomings of the IBM project. Positive outcomes, such as increased apprehensions and the establishment of a Libyan search and rescue region, are evident. However, concerns arise regarding its long-term effectiveness, adherence to human rights standards, and limited transparency. To address these challenges, the study proposes recommendations for policy development. A comprehensive approach...
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From rhetoric to reality? Analyzing the gendered dimension in peace agreements
Gokarn, Nivedita ; Nisbet, Jolan (advisor) ; Karásek, Tomáš (referee)
According to UNSCR 1325, the involvement of women in peace processes is evaluated in this article. It draws attention to the discrepancies between 'representation' in peace accords like the R-ARCCSS and JPA and 'participation' in the peace negotiations to determine the degree to which their perspectives were considered, and overall gender aspect was highlighted. This article contends that women's involvement in the peace talks in South Sudan was only a checklist activity. The social structure of the society and the absence of institutional mechanisms hindered the substantive representation of women. The paper goes on to say that since female negotiators must shoulder the burden of a peace deal, symbolic inclusiveness may even have unintended consequences. The investigation discovers a significant discrepancy between the peace accords and the whole process. It also makes note of the fact that Sudanese society tends to make it difficult for members to participate meaningfully, which has an effect on how long the peace will survive. Consequently, this research emphasizes how institutional processes are gendered by adopting a constructivist viewpoint.
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United in misogyny: The manosphere - far-right nexus and marginalized masculinities
Castillo Small, Allison Lucia ; Kay, Rebecca (advisor) ; Nisbet, Jolan (referee)
Countering the "gender-less" analysis of the far-right, this dissertation analyses how this movement uses gender in their discourses aimed at young boys and men in the Global North. Focus was paid on the USA contemporary far-right, specifically on the 'Groypers' as a case study; to understand how their ideologies cross-fertilise with that of incels and the Manosphere. A Discourse Analysis was carried out using data from Groyper Telegram channels and YouTube clips, and cross-referencing them with gender, sexist, incel and misogynistic far-right terminology. The Groypers gender rhetoric was further analysed through a multi-disciplinary intersectional framework of masculinities, considering the neoliberal reconfiguration of gender and its impact on the working-class. The analysis showed that Christian nationalism mediates the group hateful worldviews and victimhood tropes. Our four categories of analysis also demonstrate the Groypers dangerous levels of hatred towards minorities. As such, the 'America First' movement deep-seated aversion to queer communities makes them stand out within the US conservative movement. An ambivalent but mostly hostile rhetoric of women is also prevalent. Indeed, their misogyny targets mostly feminist and 'childless' women, but an alleged admiration is growing towards...
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