Israel’s Genocidal War on Gaza: UN and Human Rights System (Inherent Flaws and Failures)
For over two decades, Palestine and its people have endured relentless discrimination, oppression, eviction, and siege, marking one of the most enduring humanitarian crises in modern history. Understanding its origins, political dynamics, and current unfolding tragedies demands a multifaceted analysis encompassing empathy, legal scrutiny, and human rights perspectives. Despite repeated Security Council Resolutions and international legal rulings, the cycle of violence persists, prompting critical examination of the UN’s efficacy and structural limitations. Amjad Nazeer, a dedicated human rights advocate, will shed light on the nuances of this crisis, clarifying misconceptions surrounding terms like ‘genocide’ and ‘crimes against humanity’ in the context of Gaza and Palestine. Join us for an insightful discussion on the complex realities and future implications of this ongoing tragedy.
About the Speaker:
Amjad Nazeer heads the Alternate Deployment Services, Islamabad. He is a social and public policy researcher as well as human and environmental rights defender. Currently enrolled in Ph.D Cultural Anthropology, he holds degrees in ‘Governance & Development Management (UK)’ and M.Phil. in ‘Human Rights Policy & Practice (Norway) and in Social Anthropology from Q.A.U. (Pakistan). He has produced a number of recognized research reports, booklets, op-eds, and news articles on various aspects of human cum environmental rights, minority rights, child rights, and education. Formerly, he has been associated with South Asia Partnership-Pakistan, Oxfam-Novib & Action Aid-Pakistan. His known works are: Education and Inequality, Single National Curriculum – A Critical Analysis, Education for All and International Financial Assistance (A Comparison of Bangladesh and Pakistan), Putting Education on Political Agenda, Siege of Multan – A Dramatic Retelling (Urdu), Arundhati Roy’s Ordinary Person’s Guide to the Empire (Urdu Translation), Local Governsment in Multan, Layyah and Bahawalpur etc.
Drawing on his in-depth experience and understanding, he remains engaged in social research, delivering training, honorary lectures, talks and seminars in certain universities and on civil society platforms.
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