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CALL FOR PAPERS Shaping Defence: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and the Future of Military Operations,
The inaugural student-led research conference, Shaping Defence: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and the Future of Military Operations, will take place on March 19, 2025, at Carleton University, Ottawa.
This event is hosted at Carleton University, supported by the Canadian Defence and Security Network (CDSN), and funded by Mobilizing Insights in Defence and Security (Young MINDS). This conference provides a unique platform for students, scholars, and emerging leaders to share innovative perspectives on critical issues shaping the future of defence and security.
About the Conference
This year’s theme focuses on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in military and defence contexts. We seek to explore how inclusive leadership, intersectionality, unconscious bias, and innovative approaches to measuring DEI can drive cultural transformation and improve decision-making in defence and security. The conference aims to foster bold ideas and meaningful discussions that contribute to building an inclusive, innovative, and effective military culture aligned with the Department of National Defence (DND) and Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) goals.
Submission Guidelines
We welcome submissions from undergraduate and master’s and PhD students across disciplines, including political science, international relations, history, public policy, and other fields relevant to defence and security. Submissions may include:
• Research papers exploring theoretical, empirical, or policy-focused aspects of DEI in military operations.
• Case studies examining best practices or lessons learned from NATO, CAF, or other military contexts.
• Policy proposals or frameworks offering innovative approaches to integrating DEI in operations.
• Innovative projects showcasing creative methodologies, technologies, or strategies that address DEI challenges in defence contexts.
All submissions will be reviewed based on originality, depth of analysis, and relevance to the theme. Selected papers will be presented at the conference, with high-quality submissions considered for publication post-conference.
BGInS Fellow-in-Residence
About the Position:
The Bachelor of Global and International Studies (BGInS) program in the Arthur Kroeger College of Public Affairs at Carleton University invites applications for an eight-month Practitioner-in-Residence position. The program is interested in candidates working on projects of global and international significance. The area of expertise and teaching is open, but we are particularly interested in candidates who can teach in the area of international cyber security and cyber warfare policy and who will work with our students on a team project course that addresses practical issues from a practitioner perspective. The successful candidate is expected to be in residence in Ottawa, Canada and take the award during Carleton’s academic year (September 1, 2025 – April 30, 2026). The appointment will involve delivering one public lecture, teaching one course in each term, and regularly engaging with BGInS students, including during weekly in-person office hours. In one term, the Practitioner is expected to teach a fourth-year honours seminar in the area of their expertise, covering key debates in global and international studies. In the other term, the Practitioner will teach a team learning, policy-based, experiential learning course in the area of their expertise.
Qualifications:
The applicant should have an impressive record of public policy engagement in the broad field of global and international studies, ranging from work in the public service, diplomacy, policy research arena, civil society advocacy, development, international litigation, or security services.
*Applicants who have successfully held this position in the past are asked to wait two years before reapplying.
Application Process:
Candidates should submit a single pdf document that contains:
A cover letter outlining their suitability for the position of Practitioner in Residence
An updated CV
An outline describing the Team Project Course (courses meet once per week for twelve weeks)
A paragraph describing the Fourth Year Seminar Course which focuses on their area of expertise.
Please submit your application to the following email address by January 15, 2025
visitingpositionsbgins@cunet.carleton.ca
CALL FOR CONTRIBUTION - CCOEs acaCIMICs June 2025
We are delighted to invite you to contribute to the upcoming first volume of acaCIMICs, which will take place in June 2025. This year’s theme is “Experimentation”, focusing on fostering dynamic interactions, creative experimentation, and building robust networks within our community of practice.
acaCIMICs 2025 will serve as a vibrant and hybrid platform to exchange ideas, showcase innovative approaches, and explore new horizons in our shared areas of interest. Whether you are a seasoned expert, a curious explorer, or an emerging talent, your contribution will enrich the collective experience and inspire new directions.
What We’re Looking For
We welcome submissions that align with the theme and embrace the spirit of collaboration and experimentation. This includes but is not limited to:
Case studies and projects that demonstrate collaborative approaches.
Methodological innovations and experimental frameworks.
Workshops, interactive sessions, or demonstrations.
Research papers or thought pieces exploring the intersections of theory and practice.
Why Contribute?
Engage: Connect with a vibrant, interdisciplinary community.
Share: Present your ideas, tools, or methodologies on a global stage.
Collaborate: Find potential partners and spark new initiatives.
Key Dates
Submission Deadline: 30th of March 2025
Notification of Acceptance: 15th of April 2025
Event Date: June 2025 (details tbd)
How to Submit
Please send your proposals or inquiries to acaCIMICs@cimic-coe.org by the submission deadline. Submissions should include:
Title of the contribution.
Abstract (300 words max).
Format preference (paper, workshop, demo, etc.).
Author(s) name and affiliation(s).
Join the Conversation
acaCIMICs 2025 is more than an event; it’s an opportunity to grow and contribute to a thriving new network. Let’s come together to push boundaries and make meaningful connections.
We look forward to your contributions and to seeing you in June 2025!
New Funding Opportunity | Nouvelle opportunité de financement
Canadian Institute for Military and Veteran Health Research
L'Institut canadien de recherche sur la santé des militaires et des vétérans
(Le français suit.)
A new opportunity is available through the Joint Federal Research Funding Program for Military Personnel and Veterans.
This research funding program aims to enhance the well-being of Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members, Veterans, and their families by supporting Canadian research focused on supporting these populations. This joint initiative is the result of a partnership between Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC), Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC), the Canadian Forces Health Services (CFHS) and the Canadian Institute for Military and Veteran Health Research (CIMVHR).
We are currently looking for researchers for funding opportunities on:
“Review of the experiences and biopsychosocial impacts of the menopause transition (perimenopause, menopause and post-menopause) on women Veterans”
Researchers are invited to apply for a new grant funding opportunity sponsored by Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) to conduct a scoping review on the available peer reviewed research and grey literature on the experiences and biopsychosocial impacts of perimenopause, menopause and post-menopause on women Veterans’ health and well-being outcomes.
The due date for applications is 14 January 2025 at 11:59 PM (PST).
For more information and to download the application forms: https://www.veterans.gc.ca/eng/about-vac/research/federal-research-funding
You are welcome to share this opportunity with your research colleagues. If you have any questions, please contact research-recherche@veterans.gc.ca.
Une nouvelle opportunité est disponible dans le cadre du Programme fédéral conjoint de financement de la recherche pour le personnel militaire et les vétérans.
Ce programme de financement de la recherche vise à améliorer le bien-être des membres des Forces armées canadiennes (FAC), des vétérans et de leur famille en soutenant la recherche canadienne axée sur le soutien de ces populations. Anciens Combattants Canada (ACC), Recherche et développement pour la défense Canada (RDDC), Services de santé des Forces canadiennes et l’Institut canadien de recherche sur la santé des militaires et des vétérans (ICRSMV) se sont associés en vue de créer le Programme fédéral conjoint de financement de la recherche pour le personnel militaire et les vétérans.
Nous recherchons actuellement des chercheur(se)s pour des opportunités de financement dans les domaines suivants:
" Examen des expériences et des répercussions biopsychosociales de la transition ménopausique (périménopause, ménopause et postménopause) sur les vétéranes "
Les chercheurs sont invités à présenter une demande dans le cadre d’une nouvelle possibilité de financement parrainée par Anciens Combattants Canada (ACC) afin d’effectuer une étude de la portée de la recherche examinée par les pairs et de la littérature grise disponibles sur les expériences et les répercussions biopsychosociales de la périménopause, de la ménopause et de la postménopause sur les résultats en matière de santé et de bien-être des vétéranes.
La date limite de dépôt des candidatures est le 14 janvier 2025, à 24 h 59 (heure du Pacifique).
Pour plus d’informations et pour télécharger le formulaire de candidature : https://www.veterans.gc.ca/fra/about-vac/research/federal-research-funding
Nous vous invitons à transmettre ce message à vos collègues chercheurs et chercheuses. Si vous avez des questions, veuillez les envoyer à l’adresse research-recherche@veterans.gc.ca.
