The killing and maiming of civilians on and since October 7th almost one year ago is condemned worldwide with over 40000 deaths and over 100000 serious injuries. The Israeli government however continues to restrict humanitarian assistance, food, health and water to a population of over 2 million, locked up in a prison-like strip of land.

The recent United Nations rulings by the ICC and ICJ aim to bring this catastrophic humanitarian situation to an end, however the rulings must be actioned by member states. Australia has a legal responsibility to act Australia as one of 63 countries out of the 189 members of the UN that have accepted the compulsory jurisdiction of the ICJ and as one of 124 States Parties to the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court.

At this 13th annual UN International Day of Peace Brisbane lecture, we will hear from Louise Adler AM who is on the advisory committee of the Jewish Council of Australia and director of the Adelaide writers’ week. Louise will share with us why peace matters, the lessons of her own personal history and why speaking up against injustice is critical.

Nasser Mashni is the President of the Australian Palestine Advocacy Network. Nasser will address the current crisis in Gaza, the West Bank and the region. He will share his views on what is needed to reach a peaceful and just life for people living in this war zone.

The event is hosted by UNAAQ, St John’s Cathedral, Griffith University, University of Qld and Just Peace Qld Inc.

Speakers information

Nasser Mashni – President Australian Palestine Advocacy Network
Nasser is the son of a Palestinian refugee. He is a co-founder of Australians For Palestine and a founding board member of Olive Kids. With his father’s life as a refugee from Palestine during the Nakba in mind, Nasser is determined to continue the struggle for justice and a free Palestine.

Louise Adler
Louise Adler is the director of Adelaide Writers’ Week. Her illustrious career as an editor, publisher and leader in the arts spans more than three decades, and notably includes her time as CEO and publisher at Melbourne University Press from 2008–2019. She serves on the advisory committee to the Jewish Council of Australia.

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