UConn Law is celebrating its fourth annual Congo Week, taking place this year from October 18-24th. The purpose of Congo Week every year is to raise global consciousness about the situation in the Congo and advocate for peace, justice and human dignity in partnership with the Congolese people.
This 19th anniversary overall of Congo Week honors the millions of lives lost in the Congo conflict while recognizing the resilience, dignity, and potential of the Congolese people. This year’s events explore the challenges facing the DRC and the possibilities for a future in which its people can share more fully in the country’s resources, health, and prosperity.
Schedule of Events (keep an eye out for the email with more details):
- Monday, October 19th
Access to Health, the Ebola Outbreak, Protections for Healthcare Workers, and the Government’s Public Health Response
- Wednesday, October 21st
Business and International Relations, U.S.-DRC Strategic Minerals Agreements and their Implications for Policy, Business, and Congolese Communities
- Thursday, October 22nd
Women’s Rights, Maternal Healthcare and the Effects of Armed Conflict on Women
Feel free to read the 15 books selected to capture these topics in a book display across from the front desk of the library. Or have a look at these handy PDFs for a primer:
- Basic Facts on the Congo
- 10 Reason Why Congo Matters
- Mineral and Elements in the Democratic Republic of Congo
- Coltan and the Congo
- Women of the Congo, their stories
Either way, be sure to join us to examine the global forces shaping the DRC and their implications for law, human rights, and social justice.