The QNMU is proud to once again host a special forum for members passionate about building a more compassionate, equitable, and sustainable future. 

This uplifting event will feature thought-provoking conversations, shared ideas, and community connection. 

Four guest speakers will offer their expert insights into issues that matter deeply to nurses and midwives. 

• Dr Yassmin Khadra – Brisbane-based physician and passionate Palestinian human rights advocate. 
• Sye Hodgman – Proud Trawlwoolway Palawa nurse, unionist and community leader with experience across public, private, aged care and community-controlled health. 
• Huda Fadlelmawla (Huda the Goddess) - Proud Sudanese Muslim woman, known internationally as a spoken word poet, educator and activist. 
• Meryl Jones – Refugee health nurse with more than a decade’s experience working with marginalised peoples in the UK, PNG, Rwanda, and Tanzania. 
• Assoc Prof Linda Selvey – Protecting human health from impacts of the climate crisis . 

Participants will also enjoy a healthy lunch, explore the QNMU Community Garden, and join in the spirit of solidarity through song, led by the Brisbane Combined Unions Choir. 

The 2025 Peace and Social Justice Event is open to all QNMU members and will provide 3.5 CPD hours. If you have any questions about this event, please contact the QNMU Events Team on [email protected].