Payam Akhavan

Payam Akhavan, a human rights lawyer and former UN prosecutor, draws from his experiences with human cruelty to advocate for justice and empathy. He highlights the necessity of embracing our shared humanity to heal divisions, reflecting on personal narratives from his escape from Iran. The discussion covers the implications of Canada’s residential school system on reconciliation, the legacy of activists like Mona, and the urgent reforms needed in global institutions for a sustainable future. Akhavan argues that a compassionate world hinges on our ability to connect and act collectively.

In this enlightening conversation, Payam Akhavan, a renowned human rights lawyer and former UN prosecutor, discusses how spirituality can pave the way to global peace. He addresses pressing challenges like climate change and rising nationalism, advocating for a collective awakening rooted in empathy and authentic relationships. Akhavan shares personal stories of resilience from the Baha'i community, emphasizing the importance of justice and moral commitment. He inspires hope by highlighting small acts of kindness that can drive societal transformation.

Dr Payam Akhavan, Iranian-born human rights lawyer offering legal and forensic perspective. Jonathan Conricus, former IDF lieutenant colonel giving military and strategic analysis. Max Blumenthal, journalist critical of regime-change narratives. Masih Alinejad, Iranian-American activist who survived an assassination attempt. They debate casualty figures, verification of mass killings, military options and the prospects for toppling Iran’s leadership.

Payam Akhavan, human rights lawyer and former UN/International Criminal Tribunal prosecutor, outlines the scale of state violence in Iran. He describes mass killings and survivor accounts. He discusses paths to international accountability, what a Nuremberg-like reckoning could look like, and the stakes for Iran’s youth and the country’s political future.

Beverly Jacobs, an expert in Indigenous law, unveils the Great Law of Peace and emphasizes the significance of women's roles in establishing harmony. Cesar Jaramillo, a disarmament advocate, critiques the military-industrial complex while exploring pathways to negotiation amidst global conflicts. Payam Akhavan, an international human rights lawyer, highlights the need for interconnectedness and moral imperatives in peacemaking. Together, they discuss the balance of immediate ceasefires and long-term justice, underscoring the importance of cultural responsibility and public engagement in fostering peace.