Mexico City, December 6, 2024. With the objective of training researchers capable of analyzing and proposing solutions to contemporary social, ethical and political problems from an interdisciplinary philosophical perspective, the Universidad Panamericana launched on November 26 the new Ph. new PhD in Practical Philosophy and Applied Ethics.
Within the framework of this event, the master class entitled Does the State have any ethical obligation towards migrants?given by Dr. Luis Xavier López-Farjad Luis Xavier López-Farjad.
Practical philosophy for a changing world
The PhD in Practical Philosophy and Applied Ethics seeks to make graduates part of an academic and scientific community that addresses current challenges from a philosophical perspective.
The Dr. Leonardo Ruiz GómezDean of the Faculty of Philosophy of the Universidad Panamericana, emphasized that the Doctorate in Practical Philosophy and Applied Ethics "combines theory and practice, and is open to both philosophers and professionals from other disciplines interested in integrating philosophical tools into their work.".
In turn, Dr. Santiago García Álvarezrector of the Universidad Panamericana, Mexico City campus, underscored the importance and relevance of the new doctorate. He highlighted its interdisciplinary nature and its capacity to foster dialogue and reflection in a world marked by social polarization and the complexity of contemporary challenges.
He welcomed the initiative as an innovative effort that will contribute to the development of solutions based on deep reflection and dialogue, and congratulated the team behind the project.
Reflection on migration: ethics and human rights
Dr. Lopez Farjeat's lecture delved into key questions about migration: Are there any ethical criteria governing migration restrictions and controls?, y How to harmonize state sovereignty and self-determination with respect for human rights?
"Administrative and physical impediments to people moving freely from one country to another may have different rationales (logistical, political, racial, etc.), but the question we have not yet succeeded in resolving is whether we can formulate ethical arguments for their exclusion"said the academic.
The scholar stressed that, while States have the right to protect their borders, migration control practices often violate individual rights. He proposed three ethical-normative criteria based on the "ethics of recognition" of the German philosopher of the German philosopher Axel Honneth:
- Respect for human dignity.
- Protection of people's integrity.
- Rejection of stereotypes and elimination of prejudices.
These principles seek to define the ethical obligations of States towards migrants without eliminating borders or controls, but establishing a more humanitarian approach.
The master class was a sample of the type of discussions and lines of research that will be addressed in the PhD in Practical Philosophy and Applied Ethics.
An innovative academic offer
The PhD in Practical Philosophy and Applied Ethics is positioned as an academic reference for those interested in exploring and solving global issues. The program emphasizes hands-on learning and direct interaction with leading researchers in applied philosophy.
The reception of documents begins on January 20 and ends on May 9, with the start of classes in August, for more information write to: jgarciac@up.edu.mx
Learn more about the PhD in Practical Philosophy and Applied Ethics at: https://posgrados-panamericana.up.edu.mx/cdmx/filosofia/doctorado-en-filosofia-practica-y-etica-aplicada
