VDS International Hour

Welcome to the VDS Journal! Here you can find all the VDS International Hour publications. Since 2018, we have been engaging Venetian students and our readers with topics that interest them the most. From politics and international relations, to economics and human rights, our team is passionate about providing a wide range of articles for you to stay informed.

The Rialto Revolution: How Venice Shaped Global Trade and Finance

Luis Marroquin

3 days ago13 min read

The Rialto Revolution: How Venice Shaped Global Trade and Finance

ABSTRACT Venice is a living and breathing city. Yet, our collective memory fixates on a present filled with disaster narratives,...

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The collateral damage of colonial history: an intersectional approach to the sexual assault against Native American women

Aglaia Gulakova

Nov 1812 min read

The collateral damage of colonial history: an intersectional approach to the sexual assault against Native American women

ABSTRACT The sexual assault against Native American women is a complex issue rooted in the historical oppression and marginalization of...

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The forgotten voice of Afghan feminism and a notable example: RAWA

Francesca Filippi

Feb 93 min read

The forgotten voice of Afghan feminism and a notable example: RAWA

During a radio transmission on 17/11/2001, Laura Bush famously stated: “Because of our recent military gains, in much of Afghanistan,...

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National fund against eating disorders reduced: what will be the consequences for Italy?

Martina Faggiani

Feb 93 min read

National fund against eating disorders reduced: what will be the consequences for Italy?

Eating disorders represent a problem that is quickly exacerbating worldwide. In Italy, 5% of the population has an eating disorder: a...

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Elena Araneo

Dec 17, 20233 min read

Indi Gregory's case

Indi was an eight-month-old child who was affected by D,L-2-hydroxyglutaric aciduria, a mitochondrial disease that targets multiple body...

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Gokce Arslan

Dec 17, 20235 min read

University and Housing

It is the imperative of a university to ensure the availability of adequate, affordable housing for its students . It's not just about...

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What is Not #Trending: Orbàn’s Puppet Theatre of Hate

Lily Virag Szuhay Murciano

May 8, 20238 min read

What is Not #Trending: Orbàn’s Puppet Theatre of Hate

An opinion piece by Lili Virág Szuhay Murciano WHAT IS GOING ON IN HUNGARY RIGHT NOW While some countries are slowly adopting progressive...

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Maddalena Sartor

Feb 25, 20236 min read

School-related gender-based violence

School-Related Gender-Based Violence (SRGBV) is a phenomenon that affects millions of children, families, and communities worldwide.

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Abroad or not abroad… that is (not) the question.

Filippo Schena

Feb 1, 202310 min read

Abroad or not abroad… that is (not) the question.

Right after the celebration for the first time this year, on January 24th, of the World Educational Day commissioned by UNESCO, let's get...

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