This booklet, shared by Bisan, contains a lot of incredibly useful information.
Admittedly, it's not all perfect, but it does provide a useful starting point for your own research. As always when you're absorbing information, don't rely on just one source. Check for biases.
Please, please read it and share. Ceasefire now.
Likes do nothing to spread this. Please reblog.
Did you know… (@diedmadaboutit on TikTok, posted 3/25/2024)
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Why to sign a strike card:
(+ there is info when you first open the page that you should absolutely read through:)
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What is a general strike (from the website):
“A GENERAL STRIKE IS WHEN WORKING PEOPLE REFUSE THEIR LABOR UNTIL DEMANDS ARE MET. RESEARCH SHOWS WE NEED 3.5% OF THE POPULATION, OR 11 MILLION AMERICANS, TO BE SUCCESSFUL. THE STRIKE CARD TRACKS OUR PROGRESS SO WE ALL KNOW WHEN IT’S TIME TO STRIKE.”
Israel is intentionally leaving EXPLOSIVE BOMBS THAT LOOK LIKE CANNED FOOD 🚨🚨🚨🚨 for the starving kids and other people in the areas they’re evacuating from they’re taking advantage of the hungry kids who cannot read (hebrew) 🚨🚨🚨🚨
In the meantime, please spread awareness of what's happening in Palestine, spread resources so people can help, sign petitions, and boycott any companies you find supporting Palestine.
Stop buying from (if possible):
McDonald's
Burger King
Domino's
Pizza Hut
Papa John's
Puma
HP
And although Starbucks and Squishmallows aren't listed in the BDS list, they both sell luxury items that anyone could do without. You can boycott them too.
Don't feel guilty if you've already bought from these companies, just use what you already have and don't buy from them anymore.
This is a verified website that donates to Palestine:
This is a website run by Palestinians with information on what's happening:
For anyone who doesn't yet know much or enough about Palestine and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, but doesn't want to watch too many hard-to-swallow videos and feels overwhelmed, I highly encourage you to check out HasanAbi. He's a twitch streamer who publishes some of his videos on youtube, but there are several fan-run channels who upload parts of his longer twitch streams.
Here's a video I'm currently watching that dives into the history of Palestine/Israel, which even made me chuckle a few times because Hasan is - despite the heavy topic - quite entertaining.
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Hasan is highly intelligent, excellently informed on the issue, and personally makes me feel less "alone" in this because he gets it and presents it in a way that is both highly informative and pleasant to watch.
German Ambassador Chased Out of West Bank University
Tensions erupted at Birzeit University in the occupied West Bank following a visit by German Ambassador Oliver Owcza that triggered an uproar among students, who chased the ambassador off the grounds in protest over Germany’s stance and support of Israel’s war on Palestine’s Gaza.
This informative book comes in many languages, it's a great starting place or reference for anyone learning about Palestine, especially debunking propaganda. It's currently available in English, Arabic, German, French, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese
“Amidst persisting narratives and disinformation, this booklet serves as a dedicated guide to dismantling Israeli propaganda. As we feel committed to providing facts and advocating for justice, this document aims to equip readers with the knowledge and tools necessary to challenge misconceptions.”
Hey guys I couldn’t remember if I shared or not but I have an obnoxious mass thread of information on Israel’s war crimes and atrocities in Palestine over here !
Feel free to use has education or information sharing I update it almost every day with something new
These two kids are Hamza (the oldest) and Qusai (the youngest).
Their mother shares this video and bids them goodbye. They were both killed by Israeli bombardment 5 days ago. She says:
[Two days before Hamza and Qusai were killed, hamza asked me: "mom, when we die, where will I go?" And I told him: "you will be a bird in heaven, my love." He said: "and Qusai?" "Just like you inshallah."
And indeed, two days later, he left and took his brother with him. It's like he was preparing me for saying goodbye to both of them. Heaven is more beautiful than any place on this Earth, habibi. We will meet and be reunited one day, me, your dad and you two].
Our kids don't deserve to die already thinking about what will happen to them, they don't deserve to die already terrified, anticipating their death because the world failed them and decided their lives mean nothing. We are not numbers. Remember their names and their stories.
The skateboarding scene in Palestine is one of our most unique yet powerful forms of protest and resistance against the illegal Israeli occupation. Skateboarding in Palestine is far more than a sport or hobby; it is a form of resistance and empowerment. Riding a skateboard might seem like a simple act - but to Palestinians, it is a way to express their identity, defy oppressive forces, and reclaim agency over their bodies, land, and rights to movement.
Skateboarding in Palestine first gained popularity in the early 2000s in the West Bank. Palestinian skaters took matters into their own hands, constructing makeshift skate parks in abandoned buildings and empty lots. These spaces became more than recreational areas; they became symbols of empowerment and resistance for Palestinian youth. This act was a unique form of protest by allowing Palestinians to reclaim public spaces that were often damaged due to the occupation forces. In a land where movement is restricted and access to certain areas is limited, Palestinian skaters transformed overlooked spaces into vibrant skate parks. The act of reclaiming these spaces was a way to peacefully assert their right to challenge the limitations imposed upon them when it came to the use of public areas. Palestinians will not be confined or silenced by the occupation, and skateboarding is one of the many ways this sentiment is showcased.
Organizations and initiatives, such as SkatePal, have played a crucial role in supporting and developing the skateboarding scene in Palestine by building skateparks, providing equipment, and offering lessons. Initiatives like this create a safe space for young Palestinians who are often forced to give up a lot of their childhood joy to the occupation. Skateboarding fosters a much needed sense of community that Israel has tried to stifle for decades. Palestinian skaters also participate in global competitions and events to showcase their skills on an international stage!! This raises awareness about their ongoing struggles and, more importantly, their unwavering resilience.
Skateboarding serves as a means for Palestinians to express their identity and existence. In a genocidal, oppressive state, where freedom, creativity, and individuality are often suppressed, the act of skateboarding itself becomes a powerful statement of resistance against the occupation. It visually represents qualities that are intrinsic to the Palestinian spirit. Skateboarding empowers Palestinian youth by providing them control over their bodies and movement in their land.
In Palestine, skateboarding is not just a sport - it is a culture of reclaiming ownership, fostering confidence, independence, and resilience.
It's still surprising to see people say that when they see the upcoming strike post I made that this is the first time they're hearing about it, especially because I've seen several posts now talking about the same strike.
That being said: regardless of what kind of blog you are, please spread the news about the genocide, the strikes, boycotts, etc.
Even if you are a small blog, spreading word allows for more people to know what's going on and also do their part in protests and strikes, and maybe even the right people will be able to do more than what you're able to do.
And reminder: there is an upcoming strike on February 18th-25th. Prepare accordingly, protest, boycott, call your reps, and spread the word so more people are aware.