TALABI JOSEPH MOYINOLUWA

Religions

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Topic: Interdisciplinary Philosophy And Social-Environmental Ethics

Description:

My research explores social and environmental issues through an interdisciplinary lens, integrating Platonic Philosophy, religious studies, and contemporary discourse. I examine the philosophical and ethical foundations of social and environmental conflicts, with a focus on religious violence and intercultural communication. Combining philosophical analysis, literature review, and communication studies, I aim to develop frameworks for conflict resolution, promote ethical awareness, and foster cultural understanding. The expected outcome is a nuanced understanding of the roots of social conflicts and environmental challenges, contributing to academic discourse, discourse analysis and practical strategies in conflict management and policy formulation. Thus, this research seeks to promote ethical practices, enhance intercultural dialogue, and build resilience and justice in the face of social and environmental crises, integrating philosophical, religious, and scientific understanding to inform future studies and benefit policymakers, educators, learners, and community leaders.

#	Certificate	School	Year
1.	Ph.D (Philosophy of Religion.)	Department of Religions and Peace Studies, Lagos Sate University, Ojo, Lagos	2022

MORALITY OF SURROGACY IN NIGERIAN CONTEXT

The emergence of surrogacy as a viable alternative to adoption and infertility treatments raises significant legal, socio-cultural, religious, and moral issues. While existing scholarship has explored various dimensions of this topic, the moral implications have received comparatively less attention. This paper asserts that the surrogacy process is deeply entwined with moral concerns, primarily through two central issues: the dignity of the child and the question of real motherhood. These two factors serve as critical lenses through which the morality of surrogacy can be assessed, overshadowing other, less significant issues. The dignity of the child encompasses concerns about commodification, where the child may be perceived as a product rather than a human being with inherent worth. The question of real motherhood further complicates the ethical landscape, as it challenges traditional notions of maternal identity and attachment, raising questions about the rights and responsibilities of both the surrogate and the intended parents. Given these complex moral concerns, the paper advocates for cultural perceptions to evolve alongside societal changes. It is essential that customs and traditions adapt to accommodate extreme cases like surrogacy, reflecting contemporary ideas and values. Surrogacy undoubtedly offers hope to infertile couples seeking to build families. Therefore, it is imperative that our moral consciousness, legal frameworks, and socio-cultural contexts adapt to encompass practices like surrogacy, ensuring that they are approached with the nuance and sensitivity they deserve. Embracing this evolution will enrich our understanding and acceptance of surrogacy in modern society.

TALABI MOYINOLUWA is a Lecturer II at the Department of Religions

TALABI has a Ph.D in Philosophy of Religion. from Department of Religions and Peace Studies, Lagos Sate University, Ojo, Lagos