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Debating Resource Extraction: Justifications and Dilemmas from the Global South and North

Thursday, Feb. 6, 7-9:30 p.m.

IIC-2001, Bruneau Centre for Research and Innovation

The Henrietta Harvey Distinguished Lecture Series brings a highly regarded scholar to Memorial University every year for a guest lecture. This year, Memorial University is delighted to welcome Dr. Nathan Andrews (Political Science), McMaster University.
Lecture Abstract:
Natural resource extraction has come under increasing scrutiny especially within the context of factors such climate change, environmental degradation, rampant socio-economic inequalities, and an increased recognition of Indigenous rights.
This talk explores the complex justifications for resource extraction and examines how states leverage extractive activities. Through case studies from the Global South and North, this lecture analyzes the dilemmas and implications for global governance, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable livelihoods.
About the Speaker:
Dr. Nathan Andrews is an internationally recognized expert on the global political economy of resource extraction and development. A widely sought-after consultant, he has worked with such groups as the African Development Bank, Geneva Centre for Security Sector Governance and the Lheidli T’enneh First Nation in Northern BC. Dr. Andrews’ innovative, award-winning research focuses on the international political economy of resource extraction, global governance and development.

Presented by Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

Event Listing 2025-02-06 19:00:00 2025-02-06 21:30:00 America/St_Johns Debating Resource Extraction: Justifications and Dilemmas from the Global South and North The Henrietta Harvey Distinguished Lecture Series brings a highly regarded scholar to Memorial University every year for a guest lecture. This year, Memorial University is delighted to welcome Dr. Nathan Andrews (Political Science), McMaster University. Lecture Abstract: Natural resource extraction has come under increasing scrutiny especially within the context of factors such climate change, environmental degradation, rampant socio-economic inequalities, and an increased recognition of Indigenous rights. This talk explores the complex justifications for resource extraction and examines how states leverage extractive activities. Through case studies from the Global South and North, this lecture analyzes the dilemmas and implications for global governance, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable livelihoods. About the Speaker: Dr. Nathan Andrews is an internationally recognized expert on the global political economy of resource extraction and development. A widely sought-after consultant, he has worked with such groups as the African Development Bank, Geneva Centre for Security Sector Governance and the Lheidli T’enneh First Nation in Northern BC. Dr. Andrews’ innovative, award-winning research focuses on the international political economy of resource extraction, global governance and development. IIC-2001, Bruneau Centre for Research and Innovation Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences