Organizer: The Islamic Council of Victoria’s Office for Women
Muslim Women Leaders and Professionals Panel
Please circulate the below information and attached invitation to your network and interest parties.
The Islamic Council of Victoria’s Office for Women presents a FREE panel discussion at Melbourne City Council’s Knowledge Week that aims to foster a better understanding of Islam in the community and showcase the diversity of Muslim women’s contribution to Australian civic life.
Muslim Women Leaders and Professionals Panel followed by Q and A.
Date: Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Time: (5.45pm start) 6pm-7.30pm
Venue: The University of Melbourne, Elisabeth Murdoch Theatre A, Elisabeth Murdoch Building, Building 134, Spencer Rd (behind the Ian Potter Museum of Art, Swanston St, Carlton)
Panelists include;
- Dr Nasya Bafhen, a journalist/producer at ABC Radio Australia and Radio National and UTS research associate. Her sports-related media work includes reporting on soccer, Aussie rules, and rugby league.
- Dr Senem Eren, a life coach, counsellor and researcher who is passionate about inspiring others to recognise and embrace their true potential.
- Farah Farouque was, a former senior journalist at The Age, covering legal and social policy issues including cultural diversity in the community.
- Mehal Krayem, a PhD candidate at UTS. Her thesis focuses on the representation of Arab and Muslim Australians in Australian crime drama.
- Sarah Sabbagh, a youth and community worker since 1989. She is the founder and chair of Benevolence.
Due to strong interest and strictly limited seating, ICV advises guests to book their free tickets in advance.
Please RSVP ow.admin@icv.org.au to book your free ticket, with “knowledge week” in subject and state full name and your organization, if applicable.
Check out our Melbourne City Council What’s on page:
http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/Whatson/LearnandSee/LecturesandForums/Pages/47308ba7-63ea-4ae0-bdd1-f5c18d16c3a3.aspx
Media Enquiries: Bahriye Bol, ICV Communications Officer M|0432 572 163| bahriye.bol@icv.org.au
The Islamic Council of Victoria (ICV) is the peak body for Muslim organisations in Victoria. The ICV represents 47 member organisations located throughout metropolitan Melbourne and rural Victoria.
Visit: www.icv.org.au / 66-68 Jeffcott St, West Melbourne
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