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Dr Lydia Wazir

Dr Lydia Wazir is a seasoned Leadership Expert based in Vienna, Austria. Born in Lebanon, she immigrated to Vienna in 1979, driven by the civil war in her homeland. Dr Wazir’s academic journey culminated in a PhD in Political Science from the University of Vienna, with a focus on the Palestinian-Israeli struggle. Dr Wazir seamlessly integrates her geopolitical insights into organisational leadership, designing programmes that foster ethical leadership capabilities. Her commitment to mentorship and empowerment reflects a passion for instilling ethical values in professional settings, utilising her background in Political Science as a foundation for promoting understanding, empathy and effective communication. Dr Wazir’s dedication to bridging gaps and bringing a holistic perspective underscores her role in shaping ethical organisational leadership.

 

Items by Dr Lydia Wazir

  • Note to the Arab leaders: your silence is louder than the bombs

    The president of the International Committee of the Red Cross criticised the international community recently for its moral failure in addressing the ongoing humanitarian crisis and bombardment of Gaza. Mirjana Spoljaric’s statement echoed the sentiments of UN Secretary-General António Guterres who, in May 2021, declared, “If there is a...

  • Israel is conducting its own ‘Final Solution’ in Gaza

    The unfathomable scope of Israel’s actions in Gaza against Palestinian civilians amounts to war crimes devoid of any humanity. We bear a moral responsibility to demand an immediate end to these atrocities, and accountability and justice for these crimes. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defence Minister Yoav Gallant and other...

  • Neither a two-state nor one-state solution is viable. What now?

    Israel has discarded any pretence of ambiguity, openly declaring its rejection of a Palestinian state and effectively quashing the prospects of a two-state solution. The unequivocal statement by Shlomo Karhi, ambassador to the UK and close associate of Netanyahu, encapsulates the unyielding position now articulated within Israel: “We live...

  • Urgent call for reform in the UNSC voting system

    The recent US veto of a ceasefire resolution in Israel’s genocide against the Palestinians underscores the undeniable need for immediate reform of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to safeguard its credibility and pertinence. Addressing the Council’s structural deficiencies is pivotal to bolstering its efficacy and legitimacy in preserving...

  • The time is now: A call for justice and humanity

    The pressing need to address the ongoing struggle for justice, human rights and the international community’s moral, legal and ethical responsibility in the face of oppression is undeniable. Humanity’s essence is at stake. I extend this call to action not merely as a political scientist but as a witness...