Gaza

TODAY'S REALITIES & TOMORROW'S LEADERS: Delegation to Palestine and Israel

Saturday, August 10, 2013 - 8:00am - Friday, August 23, 2013 - 8:00am

This delegation will explore current realities of life for Israelis and Palestinians, including settlements, the occupation, and the peace process—by learning directly from those living there. We will also explore issues relevant to young people in the region, including efforts to educate and empower future generations working towards a just resolution to the conflict. Our itinerary will feature meetings with leaders of civil society groups, grassroots organizers, Palestinian and Israeli youth, religious leaders and more. 

Contact Information: 

For more information contact Mike Merryman-Lotze

August 2013 Interfaith Peacebuilders Delegation Flyer

TRAVEL TO PALESTINE/ISRAEL WITH INTERFAITH PEACE-BUILDERS AND AMERICAN FRIENDS SERVICE COMMITTEE
This delegation will explore current realities of life for Israelis and Palestinians, including settlements, the occupation, and the peace
process—by learning directly from those living there. We will also explore issues relevant to young people in the region, including
efforts to educate and empower future generations working towards a just resolution to the conflict. Our itinerary will feature meetings

Hold Those Who Profit From Occupation Accountable

The last week of violence, bombings, and death in Gaza, make clear that we must redouble our existing efforts to organize effective campaigns against those who profit from and are responsible for enabling Israel’s ongoing occupation of Palestine.

Voices from Gaza

We are collecting stories from Palestinians whose lives are affected by the current conflict. We will continue to add more voices as our staff and partners in the region are able to collect and share more.

Learn more about AFSC's response to the crisis in Gaza.

End violence between Gaza and Israel

Gaza demonstrations across the U.S.

Gaza Demonstration in Chicago
San Francisco: United for a just Middle East peace
Gaza Demonstration in San Fransisco
Gaza Demonstration in San Fransisco
Gaza Demonstration in Chicago
Gaza Demonstration in Chicago
Gaza Demonstration in Chicago
Gaza Demonstration in Chicago
Gaza Demonstration in Chicago
Gaza Demonstration in Chicago
Gaza Demonstration in Chicago

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Images available on Flickr

Images from around the US of demonstrations against the conflict between Gaza and Israel.

Gaza demonstrations across the U.S.

As the situation in Gaza and Israel unfolds, we will bring you AFSC's latest statements, resources, and stories from the people affected by the conflict. 

AFSC calls for an immediate end to violence in Gaza and Israel

Gaza Home Repair Project 2009

Sign in a window in a home in Gaza AFSC helped to repair in 2009

After the fighting in Gaza in 2008, AFSC worked with Gaza residents to repair their homes.

As the violence escalates in Gaza and Israel, we are compelled to lift our voice in support of nonviolence and human rights for all. We speak on behalf of our Palestinian and Israeli colleagues who wish to live in dignity and free from fear. We speak from our Quaker values and our experience working in the Middle East and worldwide.

AFSC Iowa responds to violence in Gaza

Vigil regarding Israeli siege of Gaza 11-15-12

Vigil regarding Israeli siege of Gaza 11-15-12

Iowans gather on November 15, 2012 outside the Federal Building in Des Moines to protest violence in Gaza.

 “Equal Rights for All” is the message delivered to the Des Moines offices of Senators Charles Grassley and Tom Harkin by a hastily-gathered group of Iowans responding to Israel’s latest attacks on the Israeli-closed city of Gaza. As of November 16, Israel has unleashed more than 100 missiles on the people locked inside Gaza, and Israeli troops are being moved toward the city.

AFSC calls for an immediate end to the ongoing Israeli military attack on Gaza

The attack, code named “Pillar of Defense”, began 14 November with the assassination of Hamas’ Gaza Military Commander Ahmed Jabari and coordinated attacks on 20 alleged Hamas targets throughout Gaza.  These attacks have been followed by the continued shelling and bombardment of Gaza from the air, land, and sea.  Gaza is home to 1.6 million Palestinians of whom fifty per cent are children under the age of 18.

"Eyewitness Gaza" Film Debut

Monday, September 26, 2011 - 7:00pm

Portsmouth-based film-maker Tom Jackson has completed a new documentary, “Eyewitness Gaza,” which depicts life in Gaza through the photography of Skip Schiel.  The film will have its New Hampshire debut in Dover.

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Chicago Middle East Program Fundraiser Benefit 2011

Sunday, October 2, 2011 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Creating Connections, Renewing Commitments - AFSC Chicago Middle East Program Fundraiser

Honoring recipients of AFSC's "Inspiration for Hope" Awards

Alice Walker*, Anna Baltzer, Sami Kishawi - for their activism and commitment to a just peace in Israel and Palestine

Program will include a buffet luncheon.

Tickets $50/general admission; $25/student & low income

Seating is limited for this special event!

*Alice Walker's award will be accepted by Ali Abunimah on her behalf.

Contact Information: 

RSVP required as seating is limited: mrashid@afsc.org

312-427-2533 x18

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