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Rev. Drew Christiansen, S.J., seated

September 1, 2021

Whatever It’s Called, Does It Meet Just-War Criteria?

Senior Fellow Rev. Drew Christiansen, S.J., is quoted in this Catholic News Service article, where he provides a just war perspective on AUMF, or the authorization for use of military force, in U.S. military engagement in Afghanistan.

President Barack Obama speaks at podium

August 31, 2021

The “First Thanksgiving” in the 21st Century

In this article, published by The Review of Faith & International Affairs, Senior Research Fellow Judd Birdsall explores how U.S. presidents retell and interpret the so-called “First Thanksgiving,” highlighting the political uses of the holiday.

Rev. Drew Christiansen, S.J.

August 30, 2021

Is Joe Biden Repeating the Mistakes of the Past in Afghanistan?

Senior Fellow Rev. Drew Christiansen, S.J., is quoted in this America article, where he reflects on President Joe Biden’s approach to Afghanistan, highlighting the challenges that lie ahead for peace and reconciliation in the country. 

E.J. Dionne, Jr.

August 25, 2021

Opinion: Can Religion Strengthen Democracy?

Writing for the Washington Post, Senior Research Fellow E.J. Dionne considers if and how religion can strengthen U.S. democracy, in light of political polarization in the United States following the 2020 election cycle. 

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Nicole Abudayeh

June 17, 2025

Nicole Abudayeh Announced as 2025 Pulitzer International Reporting Fellow

Each year, the Berkley Center nominates one student for the prestigious Pulitzer Center International Reporting Fellowship. This year, Nicole Abudayeh (SFS'26) has been selected for that honor. Her reporting will focus on the role of faith-based social activism in protecting migrant populations from human trafficking in Ceuta, Spain. Nicole joins a global cohort of scholars who are working to uncover and amplify underreported stories that shape our world.  

The WFLF 2024-2025 fellows and the WFLF team.

May 16, 2025

Apply to Join the 2025-2026 Cohort

The application for the 2025-2026 cohort of the Women Faith Leaders Fellowship is open to Catholic sisters from Sub-Saharan Africa who are actively engaged in religious and community service. The fellowship seeks applicants dedicated to the development of their communities and the empowerment of women and girls, in service to the common good. 

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