Dr. Jennifer Mike, an Assistant Professor of Law at the American University of Nigeria (AUN), recently contributed a chapter to the book "Law, Religion and Reconciliation in Africa." Published by Sun Press in South Africa. Dr. Mike's chapter, "Rethinking the role of higher educational institutions as instruments of peace, religious tolerance, and reconciliation," investigates the role of universities as facilitators of sustainable peace beyond their traditional role as mere educational providers.
Dr. Jennifer Mike's work not only centered on factors and behaviors that threaten peace but also inspires hope. She highlights the potential for peace studies courses to make a significant impact at both interpersonal and international levels. Her emphasis on universities as contributors to peacebuilding, religious tolerance, and reconstruction through direct engagement, advocacy, humanitarian intervention, and education, make it a truly inspiring piece.
Dr. Jennifer Mike also recently contributed another chapter, "Penalizing Passion: A Reflection on the Offense of Adultery in the Context of Cultural Relativism and Human Rights," published by Brill on May 17, 2024, is an important piece of work. It examines the religious and cultural justifications for the criminalization of adultery in Nigeria, raising crucial questions about constitutional rights and advocating for a re-examination of adultery laws from a human rights perspective.
To access the chapter contributions, please click on the following links:
- Rethinking the role of higher educational institutions as instruments of peace, religious tolerance, and reconciliation: Read Here
- Penalizing Passion: A Reflection on the Offense of Adultery in the Context of Cultural Relativism and Human Rights: Read Here
Reported by John Abah