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25.01.2022 Affinity COVID-19 Series Webinar: The Mental Health Response to Covid19 - 26 Aug Affinity has brought to you the third episode of the COVID-19 series. Dr Murray Wright, Chief Psychiatrist NSW Ministry of Health, will discuss the impact of COVID-19 on mental health. Facilitated by Philippa McDonald, Senior Reporter ABC News NSW, join us for an insightful webinar.... About this webinar: The COVID pandemic represents a potentially overwhelming challenge to our health systems, to individuals and to our communities and society as a whole. How we respond to the many individual and collective challenges will impact our communities for many years. The mental health impacts are both direct and indirect, affecting at both a personal and a collective level. Dr Wright’s insights will outline what he anticipates will be the mental health challenges, how they are being addressed, and what we are planning into the future, with a particular emphasis on the role of each individual and their communities in helping to achieve best outcomes.

24.01.2022 Due to an unforeseen technical difficulty, the webinar 'International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women' was cancelled. We now proudly present a LIVE re-streaming of the webinar on 15 December. #Violence against #women and girls is one of the most widespread, persistent, and devastating #humanrights violations and forms of #discrimination. Unfortunately, it remains as one of the largely unreported violations in our world. Tune in on 15 December to hear our dis...tinguished speakers discuss this topic. To register: https://bit.ly/3mEo36X To watch LIVE: https://youtu.be/9TdSQlkGCvE

24.01.2022 Join us for a webinar with Charles Allen APM, Director of Partnerships at the Institute for Economics & Peace(IEP), and Dr.Julian Droogan, Senior Lecturer at the Department of Security Studies and Criminology, Macquarie University. IEP recently released the #GlobalPeaceIndex 2020 report, which measures peace and its economic impact. The report presents one of the most comprehensive, data-driven analysis on trends in peace, and how to develop peaceful societies. Make sure to register at: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/2020-global-peace-index-lau

24.01.2022 Australia for UNHCR and Amnesty International Australia is joining Affinity for World Children’s Day to share how we support #refugee #children who make up more than half of the world’s 79.5 million refugee population. UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, provides life-saving support for refugee children, including unaccompanied children separated from their families, as well as delivering #education opportunities and quality #teaching and #learning. The objective is that children... have access to school programs in the first three months of displacement forming foundations for young refugees to thrive now and into the future. Trudi Mitchell (Deputy National Director, Australia for UNHCR), Mimi Zarina Azmin (Head of Education, UNHCR Malaysia) and Dr Graham Thom (Refugee Coordinator, Amnesty International) will discuss with facilitator Lissa McMillan (Former ABC & SBS Journalist). This event is proudly supported by Amity College. For more info- https://bit.ly/36LZHRN To watch live- https://youtu.be/C3PdJZg9HJM

22.01.2022 Affinity Webinar: Human Rights at a Local Level: The Case for a Human Rights Act for NSW - 02 Sep Affinity has proudly collaborated with NSW Council for Civil Liberties and the Whitlam Institute for a webinar episode on 'Human Rights at a Local Level: The Case for a Human Rights Act for NSW’. Join us for an insightful webinar with Ed Santow, Human Rights Commissioner and Pauline Wright, President of Law Council Australia. This webinar will be facilitated by Dr Graham Thom,... Refugee Coordinator Amnesty International Australia. About this webinar: 2020 marks the 75th Anniversary of the United Nations. Many of us understand the importance of human rights at an International level, but what about rights and freedoms in day-to-day life? How do we build respect for Human Rights at a local level, and promote a culture where everyone is treated fairly and equally, with dignity and respect. Momentum is building in NSW to see a Human Rights Act guaranteed by law, a model similar to the legislative human rights mechanisms enacted in Queensland, the Australian Capital Territory and Victoria. Find out more about how a Human Rights Act for NSW might work, and how an Act could benefit individuals and communities.

21.01.2022 Affinity Webinar: Freedom of Religion: Liberty in a Secular Society - 02 Dec Religious Freedom in Australia has long been taken for granted. Recent debates over social issues from Gay Marriage to Education have led to proposals for new legislation. As religious adherence in Australia diversifies and declines, is there need for a deeper conversation? What issues are at stake?... Affinity proudly presents to you ‘Freedom of Religion: Liberty in a Secular Society’. Discussing their recently published books, retired bishop Robert Forsyth and Dr Joel Harrison will be in conversation with John Cleary.

21.01.2022 Affinity & the Institute for Economic & Peace Webinar: 2020 Global Peace Index Launch - 14 July Affinity has proudly collaborated with the Institute for Economic & Peace (IEP) to launch the Global Peace Index 2020 report. IEP recently released the Global Peace Index 2020 report, which measures peace and its economic impact. The report presents one of the most comprehensive, data-driven analysis on trends in peace, and how to develop peaceful societies. The report also analyze...s the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on peace, specifically how its economic consequences will increase the risk of severe deteriorations in positive peace over the next few years. During this webinar, you will learn about: - Findings and trends of the 2020 GPI - Longitudinal trends in peace - Economic impact of violence - Civil Unrest - Effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on peace

21.01.2022 Affinity & the Institute for Economic & Peace Webinar: The COVID-19 & Peace Briefing - 04 Aug Affinity has once again proudly collaborated with the Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP) for a second episode. ‘The COVID19 and Peace Briefing’ looks at a countries ability to respond and recovery from this global shock. Positive Peace is a measure of a countries resilience; its ability to absorb shocks. Positive Peace is an approach to mapping a countries or communities COVID19 recovery. Join us for another insightful webinar with Charles Allen APM, Director of Partnerships at The Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP), and Dr. Julian Droogan, Senior Lecturer at the Department of Security Studies and Criminology, Macquarie University.

20.01.2022 This September, the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) will be releasing a brand new, timely research product that will show both exposure to #risk, and the ability of #nations and their resilience - as measured by Positive Peace - to deal with major impacts. The Ecological Threat Register (ETR) Report will highlight the #global hotspots that are exposed to higher risk of ecological events, and measure #ecologicalthreats that countries are projected to face between now and 2050. Affinity & IEP are honoured to host you as our virtual guest. The #EcologicalThreatRegister launch will go LIVE on 29 September 7pm on https://youtu.be/9g9-hC-hlec Click here to register: https://bit.ly/3kw6CDU

19.01.2022 Affinity Webinar: Valuing Diversity in Leadership - 17 Sep Affinity has proudly collaborated with Australian Human Rights Commission and PwC Australia for a webinar episode: 'Valuing Diversity in Leadership’. Join us for an insightful webinar with Chin Tan, Race Discrimination Commissioner and Tom Seymour, Chief Executive Officer of PwC Australia. This webinar will be facilitated by Philippa McDonald, Senior Reporter ABC News NSW. ... About this webinar: There is extensive research that shows diversity brings many benefits to an organisation. A diverse workforce increases profitability and creativity, promotes stronger governance and policy development, and produces better solutions to complex problems. Despite this, we’re yet to see culturally diverse representation at senior levels, where the significant decisions are made. Chin Tan and Tom Seymour will share their insights on the importance of representation and diverse leadership, and what we can all do to create more inclusive cultures in Australia.

18.01.2022 Affinity Int. Peace Day Webinar- The Voice of Impartiality: Maintaining Peace in a Turbulent World Join us for an insightful webinar with Affinity, UNAA NSW, UNHCR and the Sydney Peace Foundation in recognition of International Peace Day. UNHCR Multi-Country Representation Ms Louise Aubin and Council Member of SPF & USYD Senior Lecturer Dr Susan Banki will be in conversation with National Affairs Editor Network 10 Hugh Riminton to discuss 'The Voice of Impartiality: Maintai...ning Peace in a Turbulent World'. About this Webinar: In today’s turbulent world, peace operations and peace building provide hope to areas emerging from conflict. One of the principles of UN peace operations is impartiality a difficult concept to maintain in the volatile and uncertain environment of such situations. Australia has a proud record of involvement in over 60 peace operations since the UN was formed some 75 years ago. On the international day of peace, we consider how can Australia best contribute impartially to peace building operations regionally and globally.

17.01.2022 #Religious leaders and #faith communities play a vital role in stopping the spread of #COVID19 and supporting people during this difficult time. Since the outset of the pandemic, Joseph La Posta (CEO, Multicultural NSW) and Dr Jan Fizzell (Senior Medical Adviser, NSW Health COVID-19 Response Team) have actively engaged some of the most senior faith leaders in the state to get the message out and share ideas on how to stop the spread. Mr La Posta and Dr Fizzell along with fa...cilitator Philippa McDonald (Senior Reporter, ABC News NSW) will provide the latest updates on the current situation with COVID-19 and its impacts on faith #communities, and share their insights on the important role of religious leaders and inter-faith #cooperation during this time. Join LIVE on 20 Aug @ 7pm https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0wDXOT14Bfg Make sure to register- https://bit.ly/3atWXKi

15.01.2022 #BREAKING: We are thrilled to announce Midnight Oil will be awarded our prestigious Gold Medal for Human Rights! This Medal is in recognition of their relentle...ss focus on human rights, and in particular for their environmental activism, their humanity and their drive to promote justice through both their music and their actions. We will be awarding Midnight Oil this medal through a special digital event on 26 November. The band will join in conversation with award-winning journalist, Stan Grant. They will be joined by two-time ARIA Award winner and chart topper Jessica Mauboy, performing a specially prepared live tribute. This is an event not to be missed so get your tickets now: http://tix.yt/midnight-oil-gold-medal

14.01.2022 Religious Freedom in Australia has long been taken for granted. Recent debates over social issues from Gay Marriage to Education have led to proposals for new legislation. As religious adherence in Australia diversifies and declines, is there need for a deeper conversation? What issues are at stake? Affinity proudly presents to you ‘Freedom of Religion: Liberty in a Secular Society’. Discussing their recently published books, retired bishop Robert Forsyth and Dr Joel Harrison... will be in conversation with John Cleary. To register: https://bit.ly/2Jb8XHd Watch LIVE: https://youtu.be/qi1EBzUffFI

14.01.2022 Affinity & The Institute for Economic & Peace Webinar Ep 4: Global Terrorism Index Launch - 07 Dec The Global Terrorism Index (GTI) is an annual report produced by the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP). Now on its 8th edition, the GTI provides a comprehensive summary of the key global trends and patterns in terrorism. It analyses a number of vital aspects of terrorism such as the socio-economic conditions under which it occurs, how terrorism changes over time, the geopo...litical drivers and ideological aims of terrorist groups and the strategies used by terrorists. The report covers a 50-years span and places an emphasis on trends over the last decade. Join us for another insightful webinar with Thomas Morgan, Senior Research Fellow & is the chief researcher on the Global Peace Index and Global Terrorism Index at IEP, and Dr. Julian Droogan, Senior Lecturer at the Department of Security Studies and Criminology, Macquarie University.

14.01.2022 Ahmet Polat - live

13.01.2022 Affinity proudly presents the 3rd episode of the COVID-19 #webinar series. Dr Murray Wright, Chief Psychiatrist NSW Ministry of Health will discuss 'The Mental Health Response to #Covid19' with facilitator Philippa McDonald, Senior Reporter ABC News NSW. Dr Wright’s insights will outline what he anticipates will be the mental health challenges, how they are being addressed, and what we are planning into the future, with a particular emphasis on the role of each individual a...nd their communities in helping to achieve best outcomes. Join on 26 Aug @ 7 pm LIVE. For more info check out https://bit.ly/32aundk #mentalhealth #mentalwellbeing #NSW

13.01.2022 Affinity Youth has proudly collaborated with UN Youth New South Wales, Multicultural NSW & Lawyers Weekly. Join us for an insightful webinar with the young voices of today as they discuss '#Covid19 & its impact on #multicultural #youth'. Peoly Gunaratne (UN Youth Australia National POC Offer ), Esther Adeyinka (#Youth Member at Multicultural NSW Advisory Board) & Sanjay Alapakkam (Lawyers Weekly Law Student of the Year 2020) will discuss with facilitator Lydia Feng (Local Co...mmunities Reporter ABC Australia). The impact of COVID-19 has had devastating impacts across all regions of #Australia but has particularly harmed the ethnically #diverse #community and young people of our country. Australia is a rich nation composed of various communities that have adopted different approaches to deal with the #pandemic. The #youngleaders of today on our panel will discuss how the pandemic has particularly affected young people from diverse #multicultural backgrounds and what measures are being taken to help them out of the pandemic related impact. This webinar will go LIVE on 03 October 11am on Affinity's YouTube channel. Please click on the link: https://youtu.be/9YmqStilg7c Click here to register: https://bit.ly/33edikp

11.01.2022 Affinity Webinar: Young Student Leaders & Their Role in Shaping the 21st Century - 14 Nov Affinity has proudly collaborated with the UN Youth NSW. Join us for an insightful webinar with the young voices of today. Bethlehem Mekonnen (Senior Equity and Diversity Ambassador UTS), Sanjaya Sharma (MYAN NSW Ambassador) & Arash Bordbar (Chair of APRRN & Coordinator for UNHCR Global Youth Advisory Council) will discuss with facilitator Lydia Feng (Local Communities Reporter ABC).... About this webinar: The pandemic has had an impact on a number of communities but Student and Young leaders have successfully navigated these unprecedented times to reiterate their commitment to supporting local communities and young people.

11.01.2022 Join us for an insightful webinar with Affinity and Australia for UNHCR’s National Director Naomi Steer and Ambassador for Islamic philanthropy Peter Gould, in conversation with Craig Foster. Stay and deliver is the commitment made by UN Refugee Agency staff whether it’s disastrous explosions in #Beirut or the threat of #coronavirus, and this year #refugees have faced a wave of humanitarian challenges in #Yemen, #Syria and around the #globe. Find out why it’s important ...to bring together people with different skills, cultural backgrounds and experience in humanitarian operations, as well as the difference that support from Australian donors has made for people forced to flee their home by conflict, persecution and disaster. Click on the link for more info - https://bit.ly/3bmzefJ Tune in @ 7 pm! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G8nvnXsE_2c

10.01.2022 Looking forward to this insightful conversation tomorrow evening! Don't forget to register and tune in LIVE.

10.01.2022 Affinity & UNAA NSW & Law Council of Aus: Int Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women Affinity has proudly collaborated with UNAA NSW & the Law Council of Australia to present to you a webinar in recognition of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. Violence against women and girls is one of the most widespread, persistent, and devastating human rights violations and form of discrimination. Unfortunately, it remains as one of the large...ly unreported violations in our world. Tonight, we will be discussing the significance of this day with Tasneem Chopra OAM (Cross-Cultural Consultant), Pauline Wright (President of Law Council of Australia) and facilitator Jamelle Wells (ABC TV & Radio Presenter).

10.01.2022 Affinity & Institute for Economics & Peace Webinar Ep 3: Ecological Threat Register Launch - 29 Sept This September, the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) will be releasing a brand new, timely research product that will show both exposure to #risk, and the ability of #nations and their resilience - as measured by Positive Peace - to deal with major impacts. The Ecological Threat Register (ETR) Report will highlight the #global hotspots that are exposed to higher risk of... ecological events, and measure #ecologicalthreats that countries are projected to face between now and 2050. Affinity & IEP are honoured to host you as our virtual guest. The #EcologicalThreatRegister launch will go LIVE on 29 September 7pm on https://youtu.be/9g9-hC-hlec Click here to register: https://bit.ly/3kw6CDU

10.01.2022 Tune in tomorrow to hear from the youth speaker Ms Peoly Gunaratne! This webinar will go LIVE on 03 October 11am on Affinity's YouTube channel. Please click on the link: https://youtu.be/9YmqStilg7c Click here to register: https://bit.ly/33edikp

07.01.2022 We apologise for the technical difficulties experienced tonight. Unfortunately the streaming has been cancelled. This webinar will hopefully be presented to you in the near future. Thank you for your support and kind understanding.

05.01.2022 Not long before we hear from Peter Gould tomorrow evening at 7pm! Tune in at 7 pm! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G8nvnXsE_2c #UNHCR #Refugees #displacement #COVID19

05.01.2022 In today’s turbulent world, #peaceoperations and #peacebuilding provide hope to areas emerging from #conflict. One of the principles of #UN peace operations is impartiality a difficult concept to maintain in the volatile and uncertain environment of such situations. Australia has a proud record of involvement in over 60 peace operations since the UN was formed some 75 years ago. On the international day of peace, we consider how can Australia best contribute impartially to peace building operations regionally and globally. Join Affinity, United Nations Association of Australia NSW Division - UNAA NSW, Australia for UNHCR & the Sydney Peace Foundation for a special episode in recognition of #InternationalPeaceDay. For more information click here - https://bit.ly/2E7yb6W

04.01.2022 Affinity & Australian Human Rights Commission & PwC Australia discuss Valuing Diversity in Leadership. There is extensive research that shows #diversity brings many benefits to an #organisation. A diverse #workforce increases #profitability and #creativity, promotes stronger governance and #policy development, and produces better #solutions to complex problems. Despite this, we’re yet to see culturally diverse representation at senior levels, where the significant decisions a...re made. Race Discrimination Commissioner Chin Tan and PwC Australia CEO Tom Seymour will share their insights on the importance of representation and diverse #leadership, and what we can all do to create more inclusive cultures in #Australia. To register click here https://bit.ly/2Fg2yZ9

03.01.2022 Affinity & NSW Council for Civil Liberties & Whitlam Institute discuss Human Rights at a Local Level: The Case for a Human Rights Act for NSW. Join us for an insightful webinar with Ed Santow, Human Rights Commissioner and Pauline Wright, President of Law Council of Australia. This webinar will be facilitated by Dr Graham Thom, Refugee Coordinator Amnesty International Australia. About this webinar:... 2020 marks the 75th Anniversary of the United Nations. Many of us understand the importance of human rights at an International level, but what about rights and freedoms in day-to-day life? How do we build respect for Human Rights at a local level, and promote a culture where everyone is treated fairly and equally, with dignity and respect. Momentum is building in NSW to see a Human Rights Act guaranteed by law, a model similar to the legislative human rights mechanisms enacted in Queensland, the Australian Capital Territory and Victoria. Find out more about how a Human Rights Act for NSW might work, and how an Act could benefit individuals and communities - https://bit.ly/3gBpWgD

02.01.2022 Violence against women and girls is one of the most widespread, persistent and devastating human rights violations in our world today remains largely unreported due to the impunity, silence, stigma and shame surrounding it. Tune in to hear the Hon Tanya Plibersek MP (Shadow Minister for Education and Training & Federal Member for Sydney), Pauline Wright (President of Law Council of Australia) and Tasneem Chopra OAM (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Consultant) discuss with facil...itator Jamelle Wells (ABC TV & Radio Presenter, Senior Court Reporter for NSW). Affinity has proudly collaborated with Law Council of Australia and the United Nations Association of Australia NSW Division - UNAA NSW #GenerationEquality #orangetheworld #spreadtheword Register at: https://bit.ly/331C6LN Watch LIVE: https://youtu.be/HgSLghDgOUU

02.01.2022 Join us for another insightful webinar with Charles Allen APM, Director of Partnerships at the Institute for Economics & Peace(IEP), and Dr.Julian Droogan, Senior Lecturer at the Department of Security Studies and Criminology, Macquarie University. ‘The #COVID19 and #Peace Briefing’ looks at a countries ability to respond and recovery from this global shock. Positive Peace is a measure of a countries resilience; its ability to absorb shocks. Positive Peace is an approach to mapping a countries or communities COVID19 recovery. Make sure to RSVP at: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-covid-19-and-peace-brie

02.01.2022 Affinity wishes you a #Happy #Diwali!

01.01.2022 Affinity & UNHCR Aus & Amnesty International Webinar: World Children's Day: Educate a Child - 20 Nov Affinity has proudly collaborated with UNHCR Australia and Amnesty International. Australia for UNHCR and Amnesty International is joining Affinity for World Children’s Day to share how we support refugee children who make up more than half of the world’s 79.5 million refugee population. The objective is that children have access to school programs in the first three months... of displacement forming foundations for young refugees to thrive now and into the future. Trudi Mitchell (Deputy National Director, Australia for UNHCR), Mimi Zarina Azmin (Head of Education, UNHCR Malaysia) and Dr Graham Thom (Refugee Coordinator, Amnesty International) will discuss with facilitator Lissa McMillan (Former ABC & SBS Journalist). This event is proudly supported by Amity College.

01.01.2022 Abraham Conference 2020 Interfaith on the Frontlines Abraham Conference 2020 "Interfaith on the Frontlines". Jewish, Christian and Muslim frontline workers will share their stories of hardship and hope in uncertain times. Jewish speaker Ranata Leremias, - Family support, mental health & youth services at Jewish Care. Christian speaker Dr Dan Fleming - Group Manager, Ethics & Formation for St Vincent’s Health Australia.... Muslim speaker Haroon Kasim - Medical hospitalist coordinated care in chronic & complex disease. MC Rachael Kohn, renowned author, broadcaster & former presenter of ABC Radio program Religion & Spirituality. Conference partners: Affinity Intercultural Foundation; Columban Centre for Christian-Muslim Relations; NSW Jewish Board of Deputes; Uniting Church in Australia, Synod of NSW & ACT; AMUST; Diocese of Parramatta; NSW Ecumenical Council; Australian Egyptian Forum Council; and the Indian Crescent Society of Australia. See more

01.01.2022 Due to the tragic times we are facing globally from the impact of COVID-19 Affinity Intercultural Foundation decided to continue with their programs through an online platform. In the year 2020 Affinity has presented 3 luncheons, 27 Ramadan Conversation episodes and 20 webinars with more than 31,000 views! With the partnership of 23 distinguished institutions and organisations we honourably hosted 175 prominent speakers and reached over 171,500 people. Affinity's main drive ...and motivation are to promote and live peace through sharing universal values, embracing and loving all of humanity and continuing to build friendship bridges virtually and physically. We hope to host you all in the year 2021 with new innovative ideas and events and continue to walk together on the path of positive global peace. To watch any past webinar episode please have a click on the link: http://bit.ly/3oPtcKi