UK Psychologist for Palestine Conference

Join us for the historic first-ever UK Psychologists for Palestine Conference!

Be part of this groundbreaking gathering on Saturday July 11, 2026 at the Dallow Centre in Luton (9.30am-5pm), bringing together psychologists, researchers, and allies passionate about the mental health of the Palestinians. This unique event will feature leading academics exploring the critical intersection of psychology and Palestine through insightful presentations and discussions.

What makes this event special:

Academic Excellence: Hear from researchers and Psychologists/ mental health experts discuss the Palestinians plight through a psychological lense

Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals and peers to create opportunities to work together

Community Building: Build meaningful relationships and collaborations that extend beyond the conference

Supportive Environment: All food and lunch provided throughout the day

Meaningful Impact: Every £25 ticket (which includes a meal) will be donated directly to Medical Aid for Palestine (MAP), post all costs

As the first conference of its kind in the UK, this gathering marks a significant step in raising awareness and supporting Palestinian communities through psychological research and solidarity.

Your attendance and support will help make this historic event a success while directly aiding humanitarian efforts.

Book your place now and be part of this important first step!

Event Agenda- Registration, (TEA and coffee) to begin from 9:30am- conference ends at 5pm

GUEST SPEAKERS

DR ABU HWEIJ

'BETWEEN ACTIONALITY AND MEANING: GROUP THERAPY AS A SITE OF LIBERATION MADNESS'

DR RON ROBERTS

'PSYCHOLOGY AND GENOCIDE:

STATE INTERESTS, IDEOLOGY AND ETHICS'

DR ANTIGONOS SOCHOS

'GENOCIDE IN PALESTINE: RE-ENACTING THE JEWISH COLLECTIVE TRAUMA'

DR ANEEZA PERVEZ

'THE POLITICS OF WITNESSING: CHILDREN'S VOICES, ACADEMIC SILENCE AND THE GENOCIDE IN GAZA'

YAHYA DELAIR

WHEN SUFFERING BECOMES POLITICAL: THE PSYCHOLOGIST'S ROLE IN TIMES OF INJUSTICE

All profits, after event costs, will go to Medical Aid for Palestine (MAP)