We face a significant challenge in our community: a growing disconnect between youth and elders, particularly within migrant and refugee families. This gap undermines family unity, hinders communication, and weakens the social fabric of our society.

The 2024 Multicultural Paths to Intergenerational Peacemaking Conference aims to bridge this gap by fostering understanding, collaboration, and practical solutions. This African-led, multicultural, and interfaith event brings together diverse perspectives from both younger and older generations. Participants will engage in in-depth discussions on critical issues such as conflict resolution, respectful communication, and empathy development. We believe in empowering all generations to create a future where everyone has a voice and feels valued. This conference provides a platform for developing practical skills and strategies to build stronger families and cultivate a more peaceful community.

Join us for a cultural celebration featuring:

Keynote addresses, interactive peacemaking circles, panel discussions, and informative workshops.

Ample free parking is available. Children are welcome.

Enjoy a sumptuous African lunch including vegan (Halal friendly) options – proudly prepared by Mu'ooz Eritrean Women's Co-op social enterprise and restaurant that empowers women who have endured the traumatic experiences of war and poverty by providing employment and new opportunities.

Sign-in starts at 8:30 a.m., with the conference starting at 9:30 a.m.

Seats are limited, don't miss this opportunity to participate in building a more equitable and inclusive society.

CONFERENCE PROGRAM

8:30 a.m.	Doors open - Sign in, Tea & Coffee
9:30 a.m.	Welcome to Country, Auntie Robyn Williams
9:45 a.m.	African Choir
10:00 a.m.	Griffith Unversity Welcome
10:10 a.m.	Community Elders’ Welcome
10:25 a.m.	Speech, Pastor Emil Rahimov
10:50 a.m.	Poem, Peter Ndayishimi
10:55 a.m.	Morning Tea – Violin Performance
11:10 a.m.	Conference background, Dr Zainab Burton-Tairo & Yolanda van Gellecum
11:30 a.m.	City of Logan Mayor, Hon. Jon Raven
11:40 a.m.	African Traditional Dance
11:55 a.m.	Peacemaking Circles with Susan Kihugi & Dr Zainab Burton-Tairo
12:55 p.m.	Lunch – with Group Photo, Market Tables
1:45 p.m.	Welcome back
1:50 p.m.	Panel and Q&A Dr John Bosco Ngendakurio, Beny Bol (OAM), Fardowsa Yussuf, Christian Nduwimana, and Chris Lockhart
2:30 p.m.	Breakouts (choose one of these)
(1) Intergenerational Dialogue - Naome Rusera & Ben Kiprotich Maiyo, Ethnic Communities Council of Queensland
(2) Mental Health Awareness - Christian Nduwimana, Qld Program of Assistance to Survivors of Torture and Trauma (QPASST)
(3) True Colours and EmpowerED: Is university possible for me? Dr Heidi Russo & Dr Sara Branch, Griffith University
3:30 p.m.	Afternoon Tea
3:45 p.m.	Conference reflections & beyond with Judith Umotoni & Peter Ndayishimi
4:10 p.m.	Closing speech - Bishop Asa Nankomeza Namajana
4:20 p.m.	Choir
4:30 p.m.	Conference Close