Security: A Changing Phenomenon – New Actors, New Perspectives

Key Points:

Recognizing Changing Nature: The evolving nature of security challenges requires attention, with an
emphasis on acknowledging the roles of various actors beyond the state.

Critical Questions:

Security from whom/what?

Security by whom/what?

Security for whom/what?

Diverse Perspectives: Perceptions of security vary based on one's position in society, leading to a
multitude of answers. Acknowledging different viewpoints is crucial.

Challenges in Security Conceptualization:

Multidimensional Nature: Security isn't one-size-fits-all. Different societies and individuals may have
contrasting notions of security, challenging the dominance of state-centric perspectives.

Structural Violence: Beyond direct physical threats, issues like economic inequality and cultural violence
often contribute to insecurity but are insufficiently addressed in traditional security studies.

Insecurity Promotion: Institutions and practices, historically aimed at enhancing security (e.g., NATO),
may inadvertently fuel global insecurity by promoting division and militarization.

Reassessing Environmental Security:

Historical Perspective: The exploitation of nature parallels the colonial mindset, where nature was
viewed as a resource to be conquered. This perspective persisted until recent concerns about
environmental sustainability.
Cooperation Over Exploitation: Shift from viewing nature as a threat to cooperation for sustainable
development. The need for a paradigm shift in security thinking is emphasized.

Beyond Security: Embracing Cooperation and Creativity

Conflict as a Creator: Challenge the traditional view of conflict as a destroyer; instead, see it as an
opportunity for creative and constructive change.

Transcending State-Centric Approaches: Move beyond state-centric models of security and explore
horizontal, holistic conceptions of society. Encourage diverse perspectives and challenge dominant
discourses.

People's Organizations: Rethink the dichotomy of governmental and non-governmental entities.

Consider reframing citizens' organizations as 'people's organizations,' questioning the role and nature of
the state.

Conclusion:

Emphasize the need for a holistic approach to security that transcends traditional paradigms.

Advocate for creativity, imagination, and diverse perspectives to address complex global challenges.

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Slide Title: Beyond Security – A Holistic Perspective

Introduction:

Security as a changing phenomenon

Recognition of diverse actors beyond the state

Key Questions:

Security from whom/what?

Security by whom/what?

Security for whom/what?

Diverse Perspectives:

Varied perceptions based on societal roles

Recognition of multiple forms of security and development

Challenges to Traditional Views:

Critique of traditional security institutions (e.g., NATO, Warsaw Pact)

Impact of militarization on global security

Security Industry’s Role:

Consideration of security beyond military terms

Critique of security industry's contribution to insecurity

Environmental Security:

Evolution of security in relation to the environment

Shift from exploitation to sustainability

Security and Colonialism:

Historical ties between security, colonization, and exploitation

Legacy of colonialism affecting rapid development

Challenges to Current Security Paradigm:

Need to transcend traditional security concepts

Embracing cooperation, conflict transformation, and creativity

Conclusion:

Importance of going beyond traditional security concepts

Embracing holistic and transformative approaches

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