Ohad Hemo offers a unique insight into the Arab World
Renowned Arab Affairs Correspondent Ohad Hemo is set to visit Australia for a series of events hosted by UIA Australia in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth.
Ohad Hemo
For more than 20 years, Hemo has been one of Israel’s most experienced and respected investigative journalists, covering the Middle East with a focus on the West Bank and Gaza Strip. In 2021, he received Israel’s Sokolov Prize – the nation’s highest honour for journalism – in recognition of his groundbreaking reporting.
What makes Hemo’s voice so distinctive is his extremely rare access. Over decades, he has developed deep relationships with leading figures across the Palestinian territories, from the PLO and Palestinian Authority to senior officials within Hamas and Islamic Jihad. His unique position enables him to provide the Israeli public with credible information and nuanced insights into how the Arab world views Israel, the conflict, and the fragile movements toward peace.
UIA Australia CEO Yair Miller OAM says Hemo’s visit could not come at a more important moment. “At a time when every development in the region is felt so personally within our community, Ohad brings clarity and context that few others can. His analysis helps us understand how our neighbours view these unfolding negotiations, and what the current ceasefire and peace discussions truly means from the Arab world’s perspective.”
Hemo will speak at a series of events across Australia, including UIA’s AGMs and 2026 Campaign Launches in both Sydney and Melbourne, as well as community gatherings in Sydney and Perth.
The AGM events will also include a report back on the impact over the year, showcasing how Australian support continues to change lives for the People of Israel. Preliminary announcements will also be made about UIA’s 2026 Campaign events.
Yair explained the format of the event saying, “our AGM’s are not just about reviewing the past years activities – they’re about accountability and impact. We want our supporters to see the tangible outcomes their contributions create for the People of Israel, especially during such incredibly dynamic and difficult times.”
Through this national tour, Hemo’s visit promises to give Australian audiences an unfiltered look into how the Arab world, including key stakeholders in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Iran and the Palestinian Territories are responding to this critical moment in Israel’s history and how understanding those perspectives can help us strengthen our own connection, resolve and unity.
Event details as follows:
NSW:
North Shore Briefing – Tuesday 11 November, 7.45pm
AGM & 2026 Campaign Launch – Wednesday 12 November, 7.30pm
VIC:
AGM & 2026 Campaign Launch – Sunday 16 November, 6pm
To book, visit uiaaustralia.org.au/upcoming-events
