Event Date: November 16, 2017 - 18:30 to 20:00
Location: FSS 4004, 120 University Private

Sponsored by CIPS, The Global Centre for Pluralism and Refugee 613

The world is dealing with the largest number of global refugees since the Second World War. Asylum seekers arriving at shorelines and borders – at times in considerable distress – must be dealt with in a way that respects their humanity. This roundtable will share the challenges and achievements of community leaders from Canada, United States, Lebanon and Australia who are working to shift the public conversation from one of deterrence and fear to welcome and inclusion.

This event is taking place as part of the proceedings for the inaugural Global Pluralism Award, a program of the Global Centre for Pluralism that recognizes remarkable and sustained achievements to promote more inclusive societies.

David Lubell, CEO of Welcoming America, USA (Honorable mention recipient, Global Pluralism Award)

Leslie Emory, Executive Director of the Ottawa Community Immigrant Services Organization & co-founder Refugee 613, Canada

Rouba Mhassein, Founder and President, Sawa for Development and Aid, Lebanon (Honorable mention recipient, Global Pluralism Award)

Daniel Webb, Director of Legal Advocacy, Human Rights Law Centre, Australia (Global Pluralism Award winner)

There is no fee to attend this event but space is limited. Be sure to reserve your spot at:
www.eventbrite.ca/e/welcoming-refugees-changing-the-public-conversation-tickets-39617082761