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Caught between Europe and the Middle East: What lies ahead for Turkey?’
On 16 September 2015 AIS had the privilege to host a roundtable discussion ‘Caught between Europe and the Middle East: What lies ahead for Turkey?’ with two former Turkish MP’s- Mr Ertugrul Gunay the Former Minister for Culture & Tourism and Mr Ilhan Isbilen Former MP for Izmir. [Best_Wordpress_Gallery id=”70″ gal_title=”2015.9.16 Former Turkish MPs – […]
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There are two sides to every story- Turkish perspective to Gallipoli
An event to commemorate the Gallipoli campaign was held at Deakin University’s Melbourne City Centre; with representatives or members of more than 50 organisations present. Opening the program was State Member Natalie Suleyman; representing Minister for Veterans Affairs; the Hon. John Eren. She said the sharing of the stories these perspectives emphasised the ‘capacity of […]
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September 2015 Newsletter
Upcoming Events The battle of the Ayotollahs; caliphate zealots and the “secular” strong men Peter Khalilthe current Executive Director of Arcana Partners; formeer Executive Director of Corporate Affairs; Strategy and Communications at SBS in addtion to Foreign Policy and National Security Adviser and as Senior International Adviser to the Federal Government; […]
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Fethullah Gulen’s op-ed in WSJ: Muslims must combat the extremist cancer
As the group that calls itself Islamic State; known as ISIS; continues to produce carnage in the Middle East; Muslims must confront the totalitarian ideology that animates it and other terrorist groups. Every terrorist act carried out in the name of Islam profoundly affects all Muslims; alienating them from fellow citizens and deepening […]
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Ged Kearny on the role of unions in building a better future for marginalised Australians
[widgetkit id=78] Tuesday; 18 August 2015 — The Australian Intercultural Society organised a luncheon for about 40 guests on 18 August 2015; featuring Head of Australian Unions Ged Kearny. The event was titled; “The role of unions in building a better future for marginalised Australians”. Welcoming remarks were given by Ahmet Keskin; executive director […]
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August 2015 Newsletter
You’re receiving this email because you subscribed to AIS’s mailing list or requested to hear more about future events. To update your preferred email address or unsubscribe; please scroll down to the end of the email and click on the relevant links. Upcoming Events Luncheon with Ged Kearney Tuesday 18 August; 12:00-1:30pm President of […]
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Ombudsman Deborah Glass discusses plans for achieving fairness for all Victorians
Tuesday; 7 March 2015 — The Australian Intercultural Society organised a luncheon for about 80 guests on 7 April 2015; featuring Victorian Ombudsman Deborah Glass OBE. The event was titled; “Seeking fairness for marginalised members of the community”. Welcoming remarks were given by Ahmet Keskin; executive director of AIS; followed by an introduction by […]
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Deakin University in collaboration with AIS Iftar and Gulen Chair Signing
Deakin University; in collaboration with Australian Intercultural Society and the Deakin University Student Islamic Society; hosted its fourth Iftar dinner at the Deakin University Melbourne City Centre on Tuesday 14 July 2015. 88 invited guests including Deakin staff and students; community; civic and business leaders came together for the breaking of the Ramadan fast; a […]
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Ramadan Home Iftar Dinners Provide Opportunities for Dialogue
Australian Intercultural Society continued its tradition in arranging iftar dinners in the homes of Muslim families in Melbourne. An iftar is a fast-breaking dinner that takes place every night during the Islamic month of Ramadan. Being an Islamic practice; iftars have often been Muslim only events that hosts take pride in arranging. It is customary […]
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AIS and La Trobe 7th Annual Ramadan Iftar
Australian Intercultural Society (AIS) in collaboration with La Trobe in their unwavering commitment to intercultural dialogue hosted its seventh Iftar dinner at John Scott Meeting house; La Trobe Bundoora Campus on Thursday July 16th 2015. The evening’s master of ceremonies was Liz Stinson Executive Director of La Trobe International. Dr Bekim Hasani Imam from Carlton […]
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