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News | SAJMAP Expresses Concern Over Withdrawal of Israeli Academic from Global Mental Health Summit
SAJMAP Expresses Concern Over Withdrawal of Israeli Academic from Global Mental Health Summit
November 12 2025 By SAJMAP
The South African Association of Jewish Mental Health and Allied Practitioners (SAJMAP) has expressed concern following the withdrawal of Dr Galia Moran, an Israeli academic, from the 7th Global Mental Health Summit held in Cape Town.
Dr Moran's withdrawal followed calls by protest groups opposing her participation based on her nationality. SAJMAP has described the incident as discriminatory and a violation of academic freedom, calling on professionals to uphold the principles of open dialogue, non-discrimination and academic integrity.
Read the full statement below.