Why is it important to consider Australia's national identity when discussing matters related to national security?
What does a shared sense of national identity look like for Australia today?
What are some of the frailties and risks that Australia faces when it comes to maintaining social cohesion?
In this episode, Zoe McKenzie, Allegra Spender, Wesa Chau, Asmi Wood and Afeeya Akhand join Ian Kemish to discuss the importance of Australian values, national identity, and social cohesion in guiding Australia’s strategic priorities.
Zoe McKenzie MP is the Federal Member for Flinders
Allegra Spender MP is the Federal Member for Wentworth
Wesa Chau is the Director of Public Policy at the Multicultural Leadership Initiative
Professor Asmi Wood is a Professor at the ANU College of Law and Sub-Dean (Indigenous)
Afeeya Akhand is a Youth Council Member at the ANU National Security College (NSC).
Ian Kemish AM is a Distinguished Advisor at NSC.
Show notes:
Note: This episode was recorded during the NSC’s ‘Securing our Future’ conference on 10 April 2024.
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