Join us for an enlightening discussion with Elise West, Director of Teachers for Peace and Executive Officer of the Medical Association for Prevention of War (MAPW), in this episode entitled 'The Academic Arms Race.'

Together, we examine the involvement of weapons companies in school programmes and unpack the broader implications of their presence within educational curricula. Elise shares her expertise on how these relationships shape disarmament efforts and the potential of education to promote a culture rooted in peace and conflict prevention.

Our conversation also explores the recent encampment protests at universities advocating for divestment from Israeli-funded companies. We assess the impact of these movements in resisting the normalisation of weapons companies in academic institutions and their role in advancing disarmament.

This episode offers a thought-provoking exploration of how education intersects with peacebuilding and disarmament, shedding light on the critical role of advocacy and reform in shaping a more just and peaceful future. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of these pressing issues and the pathways to meaningful change.