Dagmar Borchers – författare

Within liberal multicultural societies, the right of exit has assumed prominent position in the negotiations between the basic rights of individuals and the rights of cultural or religious groups to govern their internal affairs. The nature, role and scope of application of such a right are, however, dependent on various factors. These include the character of the group from which one wishes to leave, the surrounding society to which one wishes to enter, the role and status of the person who wants to exit, as well as the framework within which the responsibilities of different actors (individuals, groups, state) are negotiated. Whereas the right of exit is one of the central elements of any liberal democracy, several theoretical as well as practical difficulties persist. On Exit addresses some of the most pressing theoretical difficulties and gives normative guidance to the more concrete issues of cultural accommodation. Amongst the contributors to the volume are included political scientists, philosophers, legal scholars and experts on religion, thus providing genuinely interdisciplinary perspectives on the issues on exit.

Within liberal multicultural societies, the right of exit has assumed prominent position in the negotiations between the basic rights of individuals and the rights of cultural or religious groups to govern their internal affairs. The nature, role and scope of application of such a right are, however, dependent on various factors. These include the character of the group from which one wishes to leave, the surrounding society to which one wishes to enter, the role and status of the person who wants to exit, as well as the framework within which the responsibilities of different actors (individuals, groups, state) are negotiated. Whereas the right of exit is one of the central elements of any liberal democracy, several theoretical as well as practical difficulties persist. On Exit addresses some of the most pressing theoretical difficulties and gives normative guidance to the more concrete issues of cultural accommodation. Amongst the contributors to the volume are included political scientists, philosophers, legal scholars and experts on religion, thus providing genuinely interdisciplinary perspectives on the issues on exit.

Master's Thesis from the year 2018 in the subject Politics - Environmental Policy, grade: 1,0, University of Bremen, language: English, abstract: In a world grappling with the escalating climate crisis, where international negotiations often falter and the ambition gap looms large, could a seemingly simple Pacific tradition hold the key to unlocking more effective climate action? This groundbreaking study delves into the heart of the 2018 Talanoa Dialogue, a unique approach to decision-making rooted in the culture of the Pacific Islands, and examines its potential to revolutionize international climate negotiations. By comparing Talanoa's philosophy and design to standard practices, this research meticulously uncovers the obstacles that hinder concrete progress in global climate change decision-making, even in the wake of the Paris Agreement. Explore how Talanoa fosters collective preferences and identity through the power of storytelling and deep listening, creating an environment where shared understanding transcends political divides. Unravel the complexities of the negotiator's dilemma and discover how Talanoa offers innovative strategies to mitigate its effects, paving the way for more ambitious and collaborative climate agreements. More than just an academic analysis, this is a journey into a potentially transformative process, offering a beacon of hope for a future where international cooperation can truly address the urgent challenges of climate change. Discover how the principles of the Talanoa Dialogue, successfully implemented at events such as COP23, could reshape the landscape of international climate action, bridging the ambition gap and fostering a more sustainable future for all. This investigation provides critical insights for policymakers, negotiators, and anyone seeking to understand how diverse cultural perspectives can enrich and enhance global efforts to combat climate change and promote collective action. Unearth the potential of this indigenous approach to catalyze meaningful change on a global scale, and envision a world where shared narratives drive impactful climate solutions within the UNFCCC framework.

Das Handbuch führt ein in zentrale Begriffe, Konzeptionen, Themen- und Problemfelder der Tierethik. Neben der Geschichte der Tierethik, relevanten Konzepten und Theorien sowie einer Bandbreite unterschiedlicher Anwendungskontexte  findet sich auch eine Darstellung der Tierphilosophie und ihrer wichtigsten Fragestellungen. Das Handbuch will darüber hinaus auch die sich in aktuellen Diskussionen und Kontroversen abzeichnenden Perspektiven der Tierethik umfassend vorstellen. Ziel des Handbuchs ist es, das breite Spektrum inhaltlicher und begrifflicher Aspekte der historischen und gegenwärtigen Tierethik  zu reflektieren und einen Einblick in den aktuellen Diskussionsstand zu geben.

Das Handbuch führt ein in zentrale Begriffe, Konzeptionen, Themen- und Problemfelder der Tierethik. Neben der Geschichte der Tierethik, relevanten Konzepten und Theorien sowie einer Bandbreite unterschiedlicher Anwendungskontexte  findet sich auch eine Darstellung der Tierphilosophie und ihrer wichtigsten Fragestellungen. Das Handbuch will darüber hinaus auch die sich in aktuellen Diskussionen und Kontroversen abzeichnenden Perspektiven der Tierethik umfassend vorstellen. Ziel des Handbuchs ist es, das breite Spektrum inhaltlicher und begrifflicher Aspekte der historischen und gegenwärtigen Tierethik  zu reflektieren und einen Einblick in den aktuellen Diskussionsstand zu geben.