Activity Type:
Lecture
Date:
Wednesday, February 23, 2011 - 16:00
Location:
4130 Wesley W. Posvar Hall
Contact Person:
Veronica Dristas
Contact Phone:
412-624-2918
Contact Email:
dristas@pitt.edu
Cost:
Free
Part of the Global Issues Lecture Series, 'Perspectives of Conflict: Congo, Sudan, Cambodia,' Rape capital of the world. This is a common description of eastern DR Congo.Why? This presentation will explore the complexities contributing to rampant sexual violence and give voice to survivors. Based on research at Panzi Hospital, Dr. Lee Ann DeReus will share inspiring messages of hope, courage, and resilience from these remarkable women, children and men.
This lecture is the first in the series.
UCIS Unit:
Global Studies Center
Non-University Sponsors:
Global Solutions Pittsburgh