Talk by: Amira Mohammed & Ibrahim Abu Ahmed
Moderation: Vered Berman
A lecture-based speaking engagement, where Amira and Ibrahim share their journey of activism, from their decision to take action after October 7th, to the conception of the podcast Unapologetic - The Third Narrative, and the formation of the community of Third Narrative supporters. They discuss the challenges they have faced since October 7th, their vision for the Third Narrative, and the future they are working towards.
Amira Mohammed is a Palestinian consultant, peace activist, and storyteller from East Jerusalem, advocating, in her own words “the end of Israeli occupation and systemic oppression”. With expertise in leadership development, cross-cultural dialogue, and facilitation, she collaborates with NGOs and organizations across the MENA region to promote inclusivity and social cohesion. Amira is also the co-founder of the influential podcast Unapologetic: The Third Narrative, offering nuanced perspectives on the Palestinian-Israeli conflict.
Ibrahim Abu Ahmad is a Palestinian-Israeli political and peace activist, speaker and writer. Ibrahim is the co-founder of the Podcast “Unapologetic - The Third Narrative” and speaks to various groups including students, journalists, elected officials, and policymakers. Ibrahim has a master’s degree in National Security Studies from Haifa University, and a bachelor’s degree in International Relations,
studying at both the American University in Cairo and James Madison University in Virginia, USA. Ibrahim was born and raised in Nazareth and currently lives in Northern Israel.
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Registration for the event
Please note that you must register to take part in the event online by 18.11.2024. All registered persons will receive the link for online participation on 19.11. at 12 noon.
The event will take place hybrid, i.e. online and in the Audimax. If you would like to attend on site, you do not need to register!
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The lecture series "Civil Society Engagement In Israel/Palestine: Voices Against Hopelessness" focuses on Palestinians and Israelis who are actively committed to deescalating the violence in the region. It offers a platform for voices that remain in the shadows of the conflict and addresses solidarity, memory work and dialogue in times of violence and hopelessness. The speakers will also be available to students and colleagues for exchange in seminars and workshops. The lectures will be held in English. Questions and contributions from participants can be translated into German if required.