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National Education Union (NEU) Annual International Conference, United Kingdom
Featured Speaker
Dr Mohammedwesam Amer participated as a featured speaker at the National Education Union's Annual International Conference, contributing expertise on education in conflict settings, Palestinian education, and international solidarity under the theme "Books Not Bombs."
Hypermedia Warfare and Techno-Legal Entanglements Symposium, Cambridge Digital Humanities, King's College, Cambridge, United Kingdom.
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Campus Condorcet, Paris, France.
Invited Speaker
Dr. Wesam Amer was invited to contribute to the Week of Hospitality and Academic Freedoms in Paris, where he presented his research on reimagining higher education in Gaza. His participation brought Palestinian academic perspectives into an international dialogue on academic resilience, institutional recovery, and the future of higher education in conflict-affected contexts.
76th Annual ICA Conference, Cape Town, South Africa.
Presenter
Dr. Wesam Amer participated in the International Communication Association (ICA) 2026 Conference in Cape Town, South Africa, presenting three research papers on the destruction of knowledge, media, and intellectual life in Palestine. His presentations contributed to international debates on communication, journalism, academic freedom, and the protection of knowledge during conflict.
European Parliament (attended online).
Workshop Participant
Dr. Wesam Amer participated in a workshop at the European Parliament dedicated to supporting education in Gaza, the West Bank, and Lebanon. Bringing together policymakers, academics, and civil society representatives, the event focused on practical strategies to safeguard academic continuity, expand educational opportunities, and strengthen higher education institutions facing unprecedented challenges.
Waseda University, Kyoto University and Seinan Gakuin University, Japan.
Delegation Member
Dr. Wesam Amer joined a University of Cambridge delegation visiting Japan, where he presented research at leading Japanese universities and engaged with scholars across the country. The visit advanced international academic dialogue on war communication, media, artificial intelligence, and higher education, while opening new opportunities for collaboration between the UK, Japan, Palestine, and beyond.
REAL Centre, University of Cambridge, United Kingdom.
Panellist
Dr. Wesam Amer joined leading academics from South Africa and the United Kingdom in an international seminar examining academic freedom, knowledge sovereignty, and scholarly responsibility. Drawing on the Palestinian experience, he contributed to discussions on the role of universities and researchers in defending education, knowledge production, and academic solidarity amid conflict and political crisis.
World Beyond War roundtable on SILENCED: The War on Journalism.
Panellist
Dr. Wesam Amer participated in the roundtable discussion SILENCED: The War on Journalism, contributing to international debates on press freedom, the safety of journalists, and information control in conflict zones. During the event, he highlighted the challenges facing Palestinian journalists and examined how media framing influences public understanding and accountability.
Cardiff University, United Kingdom.
Invited Speaker
Dr. Wesam Amer delivered a keynote-style lecture at Cardiff University, drawing on his experiences as a displaced academic from Gaza to examine scholasticide, media narratives, and AI-driven propaganda. Through a powerful research-led presentation, he brought international attention to the systematic erosion of education, knowledge, and intellectual life in conflict settings.
Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich, Germany.
Invited Speaker
Dr. Wesam Amer delivered two invited lectures at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich, examining the impact of war on Palestinian higher education and the evolving role of digital communication in conflict. His presentations brought together perspectives on scholasticide, media strategy, and the long-term consequences of war for knowledge production and academic life.
Gaza Tribunal, Istanbul, Türkiye.
Expert Contributor
Dr. Wesam Amer participated in the Gaza Tribunal in Istanbul, presenting evidence and analysis on scholasticide, the systematic destruction of Palestinian educational institutions and intellectual life. His contribution highlighted the impact of attacks on universities, knowledge production, and academic communities, while calling for stronger international action to protect education and academic freedom.
Maynooth University, Ireland.
Invited Panel Participant
Dr. Wesam Amer participated in a major public lecture and panel discussion at Maynooth University, where he examined the epistemic erasure of Palestinian universities and the broader phenomenon of scholasticide. Drawing on his experience as a Palestinian academic, he contributed to a critical discussion on academic freedom, institutional responsibility, and international solidarity with higher education in Palestine.
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