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Peace team3 September 2008
The AFL Peres Peace Team, which includes players from Palestine and Israel, has been welcomed to Melbourne, with a reception held at the University's Caulfield campus last week. A joint initiative between the Australian Friends Association and the Peres Centre for Peace, the Monash-sponsored Peace Team was formed to challenge stereotypes and discrimination through sport. The team, which only began playing Australian Rules in February this year, is made up of a diverse range of players including religious Jews, secular Jews, and Ethiopian immigrants on the Israeli side, and both Christian and Muslim players on the Palestinian side. Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) Professor Edwina Cornish warmly welcomed the players, who were fresh from winning their first practice match. "We are delighted to be able to support such a positive initiative that encourages peace and harmony," Professor Cornish said. "The purpose of the AFL Peres Peace Team is directly in line with Monash University's commitment to improving the human condition." The welcome reception included the screening of a DVD (see right) highlighting the University's strong commitment to peace, security and social cohesion. This was followed by addresses from Roni Kresner from the Peres Centre for Peace, Peace Team members Gal and Naser, and Monash academic Professor Fania Oz-Salzberger. A vote of thanks was delivered by Leon Kempler OAM. "Monash University wishes the AFL Peres Peace Team the best of luck in their upcoming games," Professor Cornish said. |
