Palestine

Roadblock Construction - Caterpillar

A militarized Caterpillar D9 bulldozer tears up a road in the occupied West Bank, blocking access to a Palestinian village.

Download our responses to frequently asked questions about AFSC's Israel-Palestine investment screen and our support for the Jewish Voice for Peace initiated "We Divest" campaign targeting TIAA-CREF.

TIAACREF_Divestment_FAQ.pdf

The Wall

The Wall - Bethlehem

Following approval of an Israel-Palestine investment screen by AFSC’s board, a staff/board committee developed an implementation plan and “no-buy list”.  After careful consideration the committee decided to use a list of 29 companies compiled by the New England Conference of the United Methodist Church as the foundation for a new no-buy list.  This list was put together following extensive research described here and with assistance from the Who Profits team

Israel-Palestine Investment Screen - Companies List.doc

Palestine at the UN

AFSC, joining other US based Churches, recently signed a letter sent to the Heads of Christian Churches in Jerusalem reiterating our support for nonviolent Palestinian efforts to realize their rights, particularly their right to self determination.  A copy of the letter may be accessed below. 

U S Christian Leaders Responseto Communique from the Heads of Christian Churches in Jerusalem.pdf

US Should Press for Peace, Not Punishment For Palestine Cover

As tensions rise over the Palestinians’ bid for statehood recognition from the United Nations, AFSC has joined other Quaker organizations in a call for the US to play a constructive role creating a path to peace, not punishment.

statement_palestinian_UN_bid.pdf

The issue of Palestinian Statehood is expected to come before the UN this fall. This is a complex topic, with historical, technical and political dimensions. QUNO New York has put together an informal information resource covering matters relating to the current discussions. This will be periodically updated (latest update 18 August).

Palestine Statehood at the United Nations - A Resource.pdf

The issue of Palestinian Statehood is expected to come before the UN this fall. This is a complex topic, with historical, technical and political dimensions. QUNO New York has put together an informal information resource covering matters relating to the current discussions.

Palestinestatehood.pdf