Refugee Week Author Talk: Melinda Ham

Journalist and author of “The Lucky Ones”, Melinda Ham will discuss her book with Naomi Steer AO, founder and former National Director of Australia for UNHCR.

The Lucky Ones is a moving and meticulously researched book of refugee stories from award-winning journalist and former foreign correspondent Melinda Ham.

Though they are from different generations, countries and cultures, the families in this book all have one thing in common: they have escaped persecution in their homelands to find safety in Australia. Spanning 70 years, and tracking journeys from Iraq, Afghanistan, Poland, Tibet, Vietnam and Zaire, The Lucky Ones offers a window into the complex history of Australian refugee experiences.

Melinda will be in conversation with Naomi Steer AO, founder and former National Director of Australia for UNHCR.

Tickets are $5 per person. Book at the Library’s Eventbrite.