A World in Ferment Risks and Opportunities Lecture Series Presented by Emeritus Professor Joseph Camilleri OAM September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 6.00pm – 8.00pm St Michael’s is proud to host this fascinating lecture series presented by one of Australia’s leading International Relations scholars and commentators, Professor Joseph A. Camilleri OAM. This series aims to shed light on the critical psycho-social, economic, environmental and security challenges of our times – how they affect us personally, our life prospects, our networks and communities, Australia and the world. It will open up new ways of thinking about the past and present and new possibilities for reshaping the future. St Michael’s Hall, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne Tickets: $15 per lecture or $50 series pass St Michael’s Bookings: www.stmichaels.org.au On Collins - Melbourne A World in Ferment Risks and Opportunities Lecture Series Presented by Emeritus Professor Joseph Camilleri OAM September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 6.00pm – 8.00pm St Michael’s is proud to host this fascinating lecture series presented by one of Australia’s leading International Relations scholars and commentators, Professor Joseph A. Camilleri OAM. This series aims to shed light on the critical psycho-social, economic, environmental and security challenges of our times – how they affect us personally, our life prospects, our networks and communities, Australia and the world. It will open up new ways of thinking about the past and present and new possibilities for reshaping the future. St Michael’s Hall, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne Tickets: $15 per lecture or $50 series pass St Michael’s Bookings: www.stmichaels.org.au On Collins - Melbourne Program September 1 Life on Planet Earth Sustaining hope in the midst of fragility and uncertainty September 8 The World Economy: An ‘ocean liner without lifeboats’ Financial crises and the myths of the free market: the case for regulation September 15 Islam, Islamism and Islamophobia Religion and politics; terrorism and the ‘war on terror’ September 22 The Democratic Deficit What it is and what to do about it September 29 State of the Nation How is Australia faring? A fresh look at its society, economy and politics Format: Lectures will include visual presentation, Q&A sessions and time for refreshments and informal conversation. Participants will be issued with reading materials and given access to diverse sources of information. In the final lecture, to be held in St Michael’s Church, Professor Camilleri will turn the spotlight on Australia: the aspirations and anxieties of a new generation; the changing fabric of Australian society; and the prospects of adjusting to the realities of a world in ferment. He will also engage in conversation with two leading thinkers and practitioners on these and related issues, and invite audience members to join in the conversation. Venue: St Michael’s Hall, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne Tickets: $15 per lecture or $50 series pass Bookings: www.stmichaels.org.au Program September 1 Life on Planet Earth Sustaining hope in the midst of fragility and uncertainty September 8 The World Economy: An ‘ocean liner without lifeboats’ Financial crises and the myths of the free market: the case for regulation September 15 Islam, Islamism and Islamophobia Religion and politics; terrorism and the ‘war on terror’ September 22 The Democratic Deficit What it is and what to do about it September 29 State of the Nation How is Australia faring? A fresh look at its society, economy and politics Format: Lectures will include visual presentation, Q&A sessions and time for refreshments and informal conversation. Participants will be issued with reading materials and given access to diverse sources of information. In the final lecture, to be held in St Michael’s Church, Professor Camilleri will turn the spotlight on Australia: the aspirations and anxieties of a new generation; the changing fabric of Australian society; and the prospects of adjusting to the realities of a world in ferment. He will also engage in conversation with two leading thinkers and practitioners on these and related issues, and invite audience members to join in the conversation. Venue: St Michael’s Hall, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne Tickets: $15 per lecture or $50 series pass Bookings: www.stmichaels.org.au.