Talk by: Asmaa Abusamra
Moderation: Bettina Völter & María do Mar Castro Varela
The initiatives to support Gaza's students during the conflict highlight two principal endeavors: the collaborative effort with the University of Oslo and OsloMet to ensure the continuity of education amidst the ongoing conflict in Gaza, and the research endeavor in partnership with the Peace Research Institute Oslo (PRIO) that addresses the specific challenges faced by students in Gaza. The objective of these initiatives is to cultivate resilience, innovation, and creative solutions that can be employed to ensure the continuity of education in challenging circumstances.
Asmaa Abusamra is a researcher at the University of Oslo under a Scholars at Risk scholarship and an assistant professor in educational management at the University College of Applied Sciences in Gaza. Her expertise lies in higher education reform, strategic planning, and AI-driven organizational change. She has spearheaded various initiatives aimed at supporting education during conflict, particularly focusing on Gaza, to ensure that educational opportunities remain resilient in times of crisis
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.
