Making revolution

in the Middle East

a Socialist Worker forum
Events across the Middle East show that revolution is a reality in todays world. Over a few months, mass movements have brought to an end decades of dictatorship. Old rulers have been expelled: millions of activists now debate how to press ahead with radical change:

where next in Egypt and Tunisia? whats the future in Syria, Yemen, Palestine? are Morocco, Algeria, Iran immune? what are the priorities for revolutionary activists?
We address ideas that can advance collective action, drawing on lessons from the past and on experiences of those involved in todays struggles. We consider the impacts of imperialism old and new, the legacies of Communism and nationalism, the successes and failures of the Left. Our forums are introduced by academics and activists directly engaged with todays revolutionary movements. You are invited to attend and to join the discussion.

Session 1 - Monday October 17, 7pm

Room G3, School of Oriental & African Studies

Understanding the Arab revolutions

Speaker: Phil Marfleet, University of East London Editor, Egypt the Moment of Change (Zed Press, 2009)
2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Monday 31 October - Imperialism past and present: the record in the Middle East Monday 14 November - Revolutionary history: Middle East workers in struggle Monday 28 November - Arab nationalism & the Left: the legacy of revolutions betrayed Monday 12 December - The problem of Islamism: lessons from Iran Monday 16 January - Palestine and the Arab revolution Monday 30 January Permanent revolution: the struggle for power All meetings take place at 7pm, Room G3, School of Oriental & African Studies (SOAS) Thornhaugh Street, Russell Square, London WC1H 0XG. Nearest tube: Russell Square.

Organised by the Socialist Worker Student Society, SOAS