Dr Anum A. Khan participates in wreath-laying ceremony at Australian War Memorial
Dr Anum A. Khan participated in a formal wreath-laying ceremony at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra, paying tribute to those who served in times of conflict.
As part of the Last Post Ceremony, the service commemorated Cook Hilda Maud Stone, who served during the Second World War. The recounting of her story brought attention to the often under-recognized contributions of women in wartime, whose roles have historically remained at the margins of military narratives.
Dr Khan laid a wreath at the Pond of Reflection, marking a moment of remembrance and respect. The ceremony underscored not only the human cost of war, but also the importance of broadening historical memory to include women’s service, sacrifice, and participation in conflict settings.
From a Women, Peace and Security perspective, such acts of remembrance are significant in challenging traditional, male-dominated understandings of security and conflict, and in recognizing the diverse roles women have played—not only as victims, but as contributors to national resilience and wartime effort.
🎥 Coverage of the ceremony is available here:
https://www.youtube.com/live/MvKMhXwUhvc?si=U541hhQQ6-CmjJp3&t=706
