Massoud Foundation Afghanistan Dinner 2023

Hansard ID: HANSARD-1323879322-136690

Hansard session: Fifty-Eighth Parliament, First Session (58-1)

Massoud Foundation Afghanistan Dinner 2023

Mr MARK COURE (Oatley)

—Speaker, I recently had the opportunity to attend the Massoud Foundation's Afghanistan Dinner, organised in conjunction with the Ariana Cultural Association of Australia. This was a fantastic opportunity to reflect on the significance of Australia's role in Afghanistan over the years. It was a wonderful evening, with guest presenters and panellists contributing to a fascinating and lively debate, discussing the real issues that impact those currently living in Afghanistan. As the Shadow Minister for Multiculturalism, I understand the importance of promoting inclusivity in communities across New South Wales. It is important to reinforce the power of diversity, and this is a principle that both the Massoud Foundation and Ariana Cultural Association hold closely. I would like to thank Bilal Waheed, Executive Director of the Massoud Foundation Australia, Chairman Ahmad Wali Massoud, and the entire team at the Massoud Foundation and the Ariana Cultural Association for their hospitality on the night. I look forward to working closely alongside the Massoud Foundation of Australia and the Ariana Cultural Association well into the future.