"Many of the topics, political issues and key concepts encountered in the four core units of this course are also central to discussions of security. For example, discussions of sovereignty, military power, wars between and within states, arms proliferation and the activities of non-state actors all have clear links to security. There are particularly strong links between this topic and the unit on peace and conflict. However, security also has cultural, social and economic dimensions. Issues such as food, water and energy security are developing increasingly concrete ramifications in global politics. Human rights violations can be viewed as attacks on individuals’ fundamental sense of security. Furthermore, in an uncertain world, political actors may sometimes try to benefit from people’s sense of insecurity." (Global Politics Guide, 46)
United Nations Security Council : learn about the work of the UN Security Council in maintaining international peace and security; explore the various sanctions, committees, and news media stories related to the Council's work.
Peace and Security (UN) : read about the UN's role in preventing conflict and maintaining peace globally; discusses peacebuilding, the Rule of Law includes, and includes additional resources.
Energy Security (NATO) : explains the impact energy has on security and the role NATO play in energy security; read news and view media on this issue as well.
Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferation (U.S. Dept. of State) : explore policies, programs, and issues revolving around the Bureau's work in preventing the spread of WMDs.
Counter Terrorism and Homeland Security Threats (Dept. of Homeland Security) : learn about the role the Department plays in collecting and analyzing intelligence, detecting and disrupting threats, protecting leadership and specific events, countering emerging threats, and more.
Disarmament (UN) : informative page to learn about the UN's role in disarmament, including information about nuclear disarmament, missiles, biological and chemical weapons, landmines, the arms trade and many additional resources.
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations : learn about the various initiatives and programs this organization has in place to combat hunger worldwide; view statistics, publications, and media as well.
