SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2023
Weekend Reading
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Last week, three Palestinian college students were shot in Burlington, Vermont. AFSC is deeply saddened by this act of violence. “This shooting is a stark reminder that the violence perpetrated against Palestinians is not confined to the occupied Palestinian territory, but is affecting Palestinians all over the world,” says AFSC’s Joyce Ajlouny. Read more in her interview with Democracy Now! [link removed]
Here are this week's picks to inform and support your activism:
How to be an ally to the Palestinian community: [link removed] AFSC and people across the U.S. are advocating for a complete cease-fire and humanitarian access for Gaza. How else can people in the U.S. be supportive of the Palestinian community? We asked that question as part of commemorating International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. Watch this video to see what three Palestinians in the U.S. had to say. (Facebook)
African Voices of Hope (Dec. 7, 9:30 a.m. ET / 6:30 a.m. PT): [link removed] Join us online for a unique opportunity to hear from civil society representatives and faith leaders from Africa. They're part of a delegation from AFSC’s Salama Hub, which is working to advance peace and stability in the Horn of Africa. We'll discuss some of the factors affecting peace in the region and how people are working together for a safer, more just future.
Countering anti-immigrant policies: [link removed] Earlier this year, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed into law sweeping anti-immigrant legislation. SB1718 makes it harder for migrants to find jobs, seek medical care, and even drive. In this interview, AFSC’s Guadalupe De La Cruz shares how AFSC is helping people navigate the new law while advocating for their rights.
Stop Cop City: To live with freedom, an abolitionist discussion (Dec. 6, at 8 p.m. ET/ 5 p.m. PT): [link removed] AFSC is part of a coalition of organizations and community members in Atlanta working to stop Cop City. As part of our efforts, we’re hosting a webinar series that explores the issues at the heart of this movement. This month, we'll hear from the organizers, activists, and others doing the transformational work of abolition—the movement toward a society free from the brutality of policing and prisons.
4 things you can do to support peace with North Korea this fall: [link removed] This fall, AFSC and partner organizations are working to build congressional support for the Peace on the Korean Peninsula Act. The bill calls for a formal end to the Korean War, a review of travel restrictions to North Korea, and the establishment of liaison offices in the U.S. and North Korea. Learn how you can urge elected officials to take concrete steps toward peace in Korea.
What to do when you witness acts of violence and harassment: [link removed] Today, we’re seeing more incidents of harassment and physical attacks against Palestinians, Arabs, Muslims, Jews, and people perceived as those identities. That’s why it’s as important as ever to know what to do to keep everyone safe. Use these tips to assess how to intervene.
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