Join the Library and local experts as they look at nine of the most significant and far-reaching challenges facing the world. Each meeting begins with a video lecture followed by a facilitator-led discussion. Reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book is optional.
Topic Description: The situation in Myanmar, including the coup by the military in February 2021 and the ongoing human rights crises, coupled with civil resistance by those opposed to the regime, has led to the chaos in the Southeast Asian country. How are neighboring countries reacting, and what role will ASEAN play?
Facilitator: Emily Maiden, PhD, Assistant Professor in the department of Political Science and Public Administration at the University of North Florida
About Great Decisions:
Great Decisions is America's largest discussion program on world affairs. The program model involves reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book (optional), and meeting in a Discussion Group to discuss critical global issues facing America today. Each meeting begins with a video lecture followed by a facilitator-led discussion.
Registration is required for this event, and must be completed two hours prior to the start time. A library card and PIN is required for registration. If you do not have a card, click HERE to obtain one.
Registered seats may be forfeited five minutes after start of program.
Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, accommodations for persons with disabilities are available upon request. Please allow 1–2 business days to process. Last-minute requests will be accepted, but may not be possible to fulfill. Please ask for Learning Services at 255-2665 or email JPLPrograms@coj.net.
| Mon, Sep 18 | 10:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Tue, Sep 19 | 10:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Wed, Sep 20 | 10:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Thu, Sep 21 | 10:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Fri, Sep 22 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sat, Sep 23 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sun, Sep 24 | Closed |
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