from OzArab Media 

A distinguished gathering of community figures, cultural advocates and legal professionals came together on Friday, 27 February 2026, for a special dinner in honour of Judge Ibrahim Alam, hosted by The Institute of the Development of Poetry and Heritage.

Held at the Salon Dr. Bahia Abou-Hamad for Poetry and Literature in Punchbowl, the evening served as both a celebration of judicial integrity and a reflection on the enduring relationship between justice, culture and community leadership.

The event opened with a reception that welcomed guests from across Sydney’s multicultural landscape. Attendees included members of the literary community, professionals from the legal field, and representatives of various social and cultural organisations — all united in recognising Judge Alam’s contributions and standing.

Organised under the guiding ethos, “The Foundation of Justice is Good Faith”, the evening was not simply ceremonial. It offered a meaningful space to acknowledge the human dimension of justice — the principles of fairness, ethical responsibility and service that extend beyond the courtroom and into society at large.

Judge Ibrahim Alam was honoured for his commitment to upholding justice with integrity and for his role as a figure who bridges professional excellence with community engagement. In an atmosphere enriched by literary and cultural appreciation, the event also reflected the Institute’s broader mission: to promote the harmony between heritage, intellectual discourse and civic responsibility.

Guests shared in a formal iftar dinner that fostered dialogue, connection and mutual respect — reinforcing the importance of recognising leadership that strengthens both institutional trust and community cohesion.

The evening concluded on a warm and reflective note, leaving attendees with a renewed appreciation for the values that underpin both justice and cultural identity.