The Norman Girvan Library

The Norman Girvan Library

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The Norman Girvan Library functions as a node for disseminating information at UWI.

The Institute’s Library was established in 1966 by way of a special grant from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and a gift of UN documents. Today, the Library houses a comprehensive collection of information resources on international relations, with a focus on material covering the Caribbean and Latin American region. The Library was renamed the Norman

06/08/2026
06/08/2026

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🗓️ 7–14 September 2026
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03/08/2026

Sharpen your diplomatic writing skills! Join the UNITAR e-Workshop on Diplomatic Report Writing, taking place 24–27 August 2026, online.

Gain practical skills to write clear, concise and effective reports for multilateral diplomacy. Spaces are limited—register today!

30/07/2026

Human trafficking is a serious crime and a grave violation of human rights. It robs people of their freedom, dignity, and safety through exploitation and abuse.

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights reminds us that everyone is entitled to fundamental rights and freedoms, regardless of race, s*x, nationality, religion, or any other status (Article 2). Human trafficking violates these rights, including:



Article 1: All people are born free and equal in dignity and rights.

Article 2: Everyone is entitled to human rights without discrimination.

Article 3: Everyone has the right to life, liberty, and security.

Article 4: No one shall be held in slavery or servitude.

Article 5: No one shall be subjected to torture or cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment.



This World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, let us stand together to protect human dignity, defend human rights, and help end human trafficking.

Every person deserves freedom. Every right deserves protection.

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22/07/2026

The CaribbeanDeaf Education Conference 2026 will explore pathways to inclusive education and human rights for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing. Attend to experience dynamic presentations, hands-on workshops and an interactive expo!
🗓️ July 23-25
📍 The UWI St. Augustine
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21/07/2026

The Institute of International Relations (IIR), The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus, recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Colegio Nacional de Diplomáticos de Carrera (CONADIP) of the República de Panamá. This milestone marks an important step in strengthening academic cooperation, diplomatic engagement, research collaboration, and professional exchange between our institutions.

20/07/2026

Alumni Spotlight for July 2026, featuring Ezra-Marie Bennett, MSc International Relations graduate and current MPhil candidate at the Institute of International Relations

19/07/2026

Upcoming DAOC Training Module on 'Protocol and Diplomacy' .. sign up today!

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UWI Street Augustine
St. Augustine

Opening Hours

Monday 08:30 - 16:30
Tuesday 08:30 - 16:30
Wednesday 08:30 - 16:30
Thursday 08:30 - 16:30
Friday 08:30 - 16:30