The SPIR seminar series brings together the School’s research community and domestic as well as international leaders in the field of politics and international affairs. Across each semester, the series showcases a diverse and exciting range of topics.
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Past Events
Who should vote, who can vote, and who does vote? Democratic inclusion principles and the electoral participation of migrants
Derek Hutcheson ( Malmö University)
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948) defines the ‘basis of the authority of government’ as being ‘the will of the people’ (Art 21.1) and…
Why institutions endure? Norms, leadership and the difficulty of reform
Dr Omar Majeed (ANU)
Why are institutions so persistent, when do they evolve, and do social norms define institutional equilibrium? Understanding institutional…
The Impact of Natural Disasters on Government Popularity: Party, Leader, Time and Geographic Dimensions in Australia 1985-2025
Dr. Pandanus Petter (ANU)
Natural disasters are a perennial and increasing feature of democratic societies. These disasters present chances for governments to improve their…