Dreams and Nightmares: Voices from Iraq
DATE: Wednesday, March 14, 2007
TIME: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
LOCATION: SSA Lobby, 969 E 60th Street
Come hear Iraqi perspectives on the human, political, social, and financial costs of the Iraq war as well as expert testimoney regarding:
- The Humanitarian Crisis in Iraq
- Current Status of Healthcare in Iraq
- Post-traumatic Stress Disorder: Iraqi and U.S. Victims
- Exit Strategies for U.S. Troops
Panelists include:
- Raed Jarrar; Iraq Program Director, Global Exchange
- Dr. Dahilia Wasfi, MD; Activist & Speaker
Both Mr. Jarrar and Dr. Wasfi have spent significant amounts of time in Iraq since the U.S. invasion and during the subsequent occupation. As a result they can offer a persepective seldom heard in America: That of the Iraqi People.
Persons with disabilities who may need assistance should contact Angela Carruthers at (773) 702-9700 prior to the event. Reception and hors d'ouvres to follow. For more information please contact Jarred A. Butto at jabutto@uchicago.edu or (312) 427-2533,
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