Filed under: Events in Europe
Where: Paris, France
When: Saturday, January 3rd, 2009
Title: Grande marche pour Gaza, pour la Palestine
We meet at 15:00 in the Place de la Republique.
For more info: contact@generation-palestine.org
Filed under: Events in Middle East
Where: Sakhnin, Israel
When: Saturday, January 3rd, 2009
Title: Demonstration against the killings in Gaza
We meet at 13:00 in the center of the city.
Who: the High Committee of Arab Israelis
Please note: For the past week mass arrests have been carried out amongst Palestinian citizens of Israel who are exercising their democratic right to protest. Please make an effort to join this demonstration – your presence is a show of solidarity not only to the Palestinians in Gaza, but also to those living in Israel!
Filed under: Events in North America
Where: Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA
When: Every Saturday
Title: We will hold demonstrations every Saturday afternoon until the violence stops
Who: Middle East Peace and Justice Alliance
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Filed under: Events in North America
Where: Toronto, Canada
When:
- Vigil: Friday, January 2nd, 2009, from 5-6 pm, Israeli Consulate Building, 180 Bloor St. W. (across from ROM), Northwest corner of Bloor and Avenue Rd.
- Protest: Saturday, January 3rd, 2009, 2 pm, Yonge-Dundas Square
Title: An Urgent Call For Ongoing Action! Gaza Continues to Burn!
Brought to you by Women In Solidarity With Palestine(WSP)
And The International Jewish Anti-Zionist Network, Canada (IJAN-CA)
For more information: WSP.Toronto@gmail.com or Canada@IJSN.net
Also se: www.ijsn.net & www.nion.ca
Filed under: Events elsewhere
Where: Melbourne Australia
When: Saturday, January 3rd, 2009
Title: Stop the War – Stop the Siege – Stop the Violence
What: We meet at GPO corner of Burke and Elizabeth street, 12pm to 1pm
For further information: womeninblackoz@yahoo.com.au
Filed under: Statements
We women’s organizations from a broad spectrum of political views demand an end to the bombing and other tools of death, and call for the immediate start of deliberations to talk peace and not make war. The dance of death and destruction must come to an end. We demand that war no longer be an option, nor violence a strategy, nor killing an alternative. The society we want is one in which every individual can lead a life of security – personal, economic, and social.
It is clear that the highest price is paid by women and others from the periphery – geographic, economic, ethnic, social, and cultural – who now, as always, are excluded from the public eye and dominant discourse.
The time for women is now. We demand that words and actions be conducted in another language.
Ahoti: For Women in Israel
Anuar: Jewish and Arab Women Leadership
Artemis: Economic Society for Women
Bat Shalom
Coalition of Women for Peace
Economic Empowerment for Women
Feminancy: College for Women’s Empowerment
Feminist Activist Group – Jerusalem
Feminist Activist Group – Tel Aviv
International Women’s Commission: Israeli Branch
Isha L’Isha: Haifa Feminist Center
Itach: Women Lawyers for Social Justice
Kol Ha-Isha: Jerusalem Women’s Center
Mahut Center: Information, Training, and Employment for Women
Shin Movement: Equal Representation for Women
Supportive Community: Women’s Business Development Center
Tmura: The Israeli Antidiscrimination Legal Center
University against Harassment – Tel Aviv
Women and their Bodies
Women’s Parliament
Women’s Spirit: Financial Independence for Women Victims of Violence
Filed under: Events in Middle East
Where: Haifa
When: Friday, January 2nd, 2009
Title: Women Against the War – Remove the Siege – Stop the Massacre
What: You are invited to a demonstration and an emergency meeting to plan upcoming feminist activities to STOP THE WAR!
The meeting will take place at Haifa Women Coalition, Arlozorov 118, at 10:30
The demonstration will start from the Junction of HaGefen and Al’Jabal (Ha-tzionut) , at 14:00
For further details: cwp@coalitionofwomen.org, 972-508-575777 (Inna), or see calendar posted on this site.
Filed under: Events in Middle East
Where: Tel Aviv
When: Saturday, January 3rd, 2009
Title: Stop the Killing! No to the Siege! Yes to life for both peoples!
What: We meet at the corner of Frishman St. and Khen Boulevard at 18:30
* Information about transportation from across the country will be published shortly.
Filed under: Calls for action
The civil society in Israel calls out to the international community:
STOP THE WAR IN GAZA!
Since Saturday December 27th, the Israeli Air Forces have been bombing the Gaza strip. Until now (Tuesday morning), more than 374 people were killed and over 800 were injured. The horror images from Gaza show blood, body parts and destruction everywhere. Hospitals are overflowing, while the Strip’s largest storage of medical supplies was bombarded. The Israeli government is threatening that this is to be only the beginning.
We, Jewish and Palestinian citizens of Israel, are horrified by the actions of the government and the army. We oppose this war and demand to end the suffering inflicted on the people of Gaza.
We demand:
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An immediate ceasefire and an end to all Israeli military operations
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An immediate access to Gaza for ALL humanitarian aid and supplies
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Permanent lifting of the siege and all restrictions on movement of people and goods to and from Gaza.
Mass bombardment and killing are not self-defense. The Israeli government’s actions represent the main threat to the residents of the south and of Gaza. Four Israeli citizens have already died in the south of Israel of missiles fired in response to this attack. We are all hostages of our government.
The Israeli occupation of the West Bank and Gaza Strip and the entire conflict in the Middle East are fueled by international economical and political interests. This war, too, is backed by the silence of the European Union and the support of the USA in the Security Council of the UN. The blood is on their hands as well as on ours.
We alone cannot stop this war and bloodshed. We call upon the international community and ask for your help.
WHAT YOU CAN DO
(Please inform us of your action! stoppingthewar@gmail.com )
Join us on the International Action Day to STOP THE WAR IN GAZA! Saturday, January 3rd, 2009.
- Organize a protest action in front of the Israeli embassy or consulate in your city.
- Contact your political representatives and demand their engagement in international efforts to end the war.
- Contact your Congressperson or representative in the Parliament of the European Union and demand they take a clear stand against these aggressions.
- Write letters to the Israeli leadership responsible for this war:
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Ehud Olmert – Prime Minister Tel: 02-6753217 Email: eulmert@knesset.gov.il Address: Kaplan St. #3 Hakirya, building 3 Jerusalem 91950 |
Tzipi Livni – Foreign Minister Tel: 02-6753285 Fax: 02-6753792 Email: zlivni@knesset.gov.il Address: Itzhak Rabin Blvd. #9 Jerusalem 91950 |
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Ehud Barak – Minister of Defense Tel: 03-6975000 Fax: 03-6962757 Email: Address: Kaplan St. Hakirya Tel Aviv 64734 |
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- Donate to Physicians for Human Rights for emergency humanitarian aid.
With a medical system already on the verge of collapse as a result of the ongoing closure, 1.4 million civilians are in desperate need of urgent medical help from outside the Gaza Strip. PHR-Israel has the means to transfer this help within days and is seeking to raise 700,000 USD during the next week for purchase and direct transfer of supplies to Gaza hospitals.
- Donate to the Coalition of Women for Peace for our anti-war campaign.
From the first day of the attack, we have been mobilizing hundreds of Israelis to protest the war. Please support us for further struggle to bring the public to protest in the streets of Israel. A ceasefire may be a matter of time, but each day we make it closer we save people’s lives.
