Dr. Nadia Naser-Najjab delivered the keynote lecture at Birkbeck’s annual event titled Solidarity with Palestine: Organising Against Scholasticide. In her address, she examined the systematic targeting of Palestinian educational institutions—termed "scholasticide"—as a facet of Israel's broader colonial strategy. Dr. Naser-Najjab provided historical context, highlighting how the destruction of educational infrastructure serves to undermine Palestinian identity and future prospects. She also discussed avenues for international solidarity and resistance against these oppressive measures.

The event featured additional contributions:

• Professor Nadine El-Enany: Discussed the role of poetry and writing during times of genocide, referencing Mahmoud Darwish's line, "Singing in a cage is possible."

• Hadeel Awadallah: Joined via video link to share her experiences of academic life under occupation in East Jerusalem.

• Sami El-Enany: Spoke about his work in the Cremisan Valley, a vital green space in Bethlehem facing annexation by Israeli forces.

This event was held in response to a call from Palestinian academics and university staff in Gaza to affirm their existence and resist erasure amid ongoing attacks on educational institutions. The session was free and open to the public.

A recording of the event is available here.