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For the first time in Australia, renowned Palestinian psychiatrist, author, and human rights advocate Dr. Samah Jabr will be joined by local experts for an interdisciplinary seminar exploring the intersections of trauma, collective resilience, and mental health.
This evening will focus on the peripartum period, self-care in clinical practice, and the psychological impacts of conflict zones, offering insight for professionals working in health, mental health, social care, and advocacy. The event forms part of Dr. Jabr’s Australia and New Zealand tour ahead of the official launch of her new book, Radiance in Pain & Resilience.
This is a unique opportunity for professional development, connection, and solidarity in a critical conversation on mental health and liberation.
Featured Speakers
Dr. Samah Jabr
Consultant Psychiatrist, Author, Former Head of Mental Health at the Palestinian Ministry of Health, and internationally recognised human rights advocate. Dr. Jabr has written extensively on trauma under occupation and liberation psychology, and her work bridges clinical psychiatry and political resistance. Her upcoming book, Radiance in Pain & Resilience, explores the reverberations of historical Palestinian trauma.
Prof. Jon Jureidini
Child and adolescent psychiatrist at the University of Adelaide and Chair of Australian Palestinian Partnerships in Education and Health. Prof. Jureidini is widely respected for his work in medical ethics, early life trauma, and critiques of biomedical psychiatry.
Adi Shakti
Adi Shakti is an educator and wellness consultant dedicated to assisting medical professionals lead more balanced lives. Her work focuses on practical and accessible self-care techniques to prevent burnout and support long-term practitioner wellbeing
Malcolm Hugo
Clinical psychologist with Doctors Without Borders (MSF), Malcolm Hugo has completed over 26 overseas humanitarian missions, including two in the West Bank and one in Gaza in 2024. His extensive experience informs his insights on women’s mental health and psychological care in conflict zones.