Dr. Hashim Gibrill is an associate professor and former Chair of the Department of Political Science, Clark Atlanta University, and an adjunct professor at Spelman College. Previously he taught at Bethune-Cookman College, Florida, the University of Maiduguri, Nigeria, and in England. He teaches courses in international relations, African politics, comparative politics, and political research methodology. Dr. Gibrill received his post-secondary education at the University of Reading, England, the University of Birmingham, England, and Atlanta University (now Clark Atlanta University).
Dr. Gibrill has published book chapters and journal articles focusing on African politics, international political economy, and globalization and development. He has current or past memberships in the Association of African Political Scientists, the American Political Science Association, the Georgia Political Science Association, and the National Conference of Black Political Scientists. He has made local presentations on African politics and international relations at The Carter Center, Morehouse College, Agnes Scott College, and Emory University.
Dr. Gibrill was born in London, England of Sierra Leonean parents. He has been a resident in the United States since 1979, is married with 3 children, and currently makes his home in East Point, Georgia.
WHEN: Thursday, February 1, 2007
7:00 – 9:00 PM
WHERE: East Cobb Government Service Center
4400 Lower Roswell Rd.
Marietta, GA
(770) 499-4444
The East Cobb Democratic Alliance (ECDA) works to support progressive Democratic values and to elect progressive candidates in East Cobb County. Each month, the ECDA will present an at-issue forum featuring notable speakers from around Georgia. Come join and contribute to the East Cobb Democratic Alliance and volunteer to help win victory in 2008 and beyond.
If you have any questions, contact David Lombrozo at 770-649-8330 or via e-mail david@eastcobbdems.com. Visit www.eastcobbdems.com to receive our biweekly newsletter, join the ECDA, and find more information on other exciting ECDA events. The regular meetings of the East Cobb Democratic Alliance are held on the first Thursday of each month. Each meeting will feature an At-Issue topic, featuring a notable speaker.
Future at-issue topics include (subject to change):
· A Great Place To Live: Creating Community, Fighting Sprawl. (March)
· Protecting Ourselves & Keeping our Freedoms on The Internet: What To Watch Out For.
· Meaningful Work: Is Labor Simply a Resource and do we Really Need an Unending Supply of Poor People?
· How is the War on Terror like the War on Drugs? Which is More Expensive and Why Can't it End?
· How Can We Ensure Our Children's Future as Secure, Responsible, and Happy Adults?
· American Progressive Values: Freedom, Opportunity, Security, Responsibility and Patriotism!
· Is Universal Education Still a Good Idea? Why We Should Care.
· How Important Is Free Speech? Will Fear Continue to Lead Us To Censorship?
· Money and Politics: Who Owns Democracy?
· How Can We Keep Our Balance in a Fast Changing World?
If you would like to suggest additional topics, contact N. R. Farokhi at (770) 973-3614 or via email at Nasrolah@eastcobbdems.com or Barbara Delano via email at Barbara@eastcobbdems.com. Visit www.eastcobbdems.com for more information.
