When
Where
Solidarity Hall, Trades Hall
54 Lygon St
Carlton VIC 3053
Australia
Why
SPEAKERS:
Dr Colm McNaughton
Zach Gilles Palmer
Dr Elizabeth Humphreys
with introductory comments by Alistair Davidson
ABOUT:
This symposium aims to explore the application of Gramsci’s thought—particularly the concepts of hegemony, resistance, and political will—to contemporary events and challenges through the expertise of our range of speakers. Gramsci’s insight is paramount in our contemporary understandings of politics from the Marxist perspective, but not often is it talked about explicitly.
Gaetano Greco both volunteered at the New International Bookshop and served in the committee of management at NIBS from 2020 until his unexpected passing earlier this year. He was an active member of the left in Melbourne for many decades, known for his tireless campaigning and his orange beret. Gaetano’s interest in Gramsci’s political theory was one of the driving forces behind his critique of capitalism - to honour our dear comrade NIBS, Search Foundation and FILEF bring you the first in a series of seminars on this seminal theorist.
Drinks by donation, light catering offered; Waged: $ 20 / $15*
ACCESSIBILITY
Solidarity Hall is accessible via both stairs and lift. There’ll be greeters at the front of Trades Hall to direct you to the entry best suited for your needs.
This event will be taking place on the unceded lands of the Wurundjeri Woiwurrong peoples of the Eastern Kulin Nations. Always was, always will be.