Speaker: Douglas Saltmarshe. What do we refer to when we talk about human rights, refugees or asylum? How do we look upon the changes that we, the global community, have addressed issues of race, gender, nuclear proliferation & global warming? What rights do civilians have in times of war & what are the obligations of occupying powers? Douglas Saltmarshe’s professional activity has led him to engage with many situations related to conflict & development. In this talk he draws on his experiences in Afghanistan, the Middle East & elsewhere to illustrate the value of the tools, that is the frameworks & institutions, that we’ve developed to address these issues. He notes that these structures are coming under increasing threat & reflects where this might be taking us.

Meetings start with a buffet at 7:30pm followed by a talk at 8:00pm, then discussion at about 9:00pm.

All meetings are free of charge. Voluntary donations welcome. No need to book. If you can, please bring some vegetarian/vegan food and drink to share.