This year, we are thrilled to welcome renowned human rights lawyer, respected professor, award-winning author, celebrated human rights lawyer, and dignified activist Noura Erakat to be the speaker for the 2026 Edward W. Said Memorial Lecturer in an evening of conversation forged for this cataclysmic moment. The title of Erakat’s talk is “Building the World Anew” and will address our collective futures considering Palestinian justice and freedom. Erakat draws from her forthcoming co-authored book with John Reynolds to argue that the decolonization of Palestine is not only a struggle for justice in one land, but the very heart of a livable, equitable future for all of humanity. Following her address, Erakat will participate in a Fireside Chat with lawyer Dania Majid, activist Sara Kishawi, and scholar Dr. Adel Iskandar.

Presented by Centre for Comparative Muslim Studies, this event will take place on June 1st at 6 PM, in-person at the UBC Chan Centre. For more information on the speakers or to reserve your spot, click here: https://chancentre.com/events/exit-and-exception-an-evening-with-noura-erakat-edward-w-said-memorial-lecture/