Organise & Mobilise
General Public
Direct Action and Protests
Organise peaceful protests and demonstrations, targeting individuals or organisations where you can have the most impact, such as your local political representative, or a company that works closely with the Israeli regime. You may find local protests at the Find a Protest site.
Educational Seminars
Host events that educate attendees about the genocide, its impact, and ways to help. Bring together a panel of experts, activists, and if possible Palestinian voices for in-depth discussions.
Fundraising Events
Organise charity dinners where proceeds go towards supporting the fight against genocide.
Community Forums & Town Hall Meetings
Invite your local community to share concerns and discuss further action.
Letter & Email Writing Campaigns
Encourage people to take direct action by writing to individuals and organisations that can have a possible impact.
Vigils and Memorials
Create a memorial event for those innocents that have been killed. Pay tribute to victims and raise awareness of the genocide.
Culture
Art Exhibitions
Organise a visual arts exhibition to creatively express the Palestinian cause theme, attracting a diverse audience.
Book Readings and Literature Circles
Focus on literature related to the Palestinian cause to encourage discussion and deeper understanding.
Cultural Festivals and Fairs
Organise a dedicated Palestine festival or incorporate the Palestinian cause into local festivals or fairs.
Film Screenings and Documentaries
Show films or documentaries that delve into the Palestinian cause, followed by discussions or Q&A sessions. Check out Watermelon Pictures, Akfira and Palestine Film Institue for more information.
Interactive Exhibits and Installations
Use interactive elements to engage participants and provide a more immersive understanding of the issue.
Intellectual Engagement
Academic Conferences
Gather academics, professionals, and activists for more formal presentations and discussions. This can be done online.
Schools and Universities
Engage staff and students through workshops, guest lectures, or student-led initiatives. Challenge any restrictions placed upon students right to free expression in support of Palestine.
Research
Engage staff and students through workshops, guest lectures, or student-led initiatives. Challenge any restrictions placed upon students right to free expression in support of Palestine.
Political Campaigning
Vote Strategically
Plan for strategic voting for upcoming elections in your country. Identify areas where there is a strong possibility to influence the result of the elections due to voter demographics. Examples of this idea implemented in the US include Vote For Peace, Vote For Palestine and for the Muslim community in the UK, the Muslim Vote project.
Voter Engagement
Encourage your family and friends to contact their representatives or vote for candidates who opposed the genocide.
Pressure your political representatives
Write emails, tag politicians in social media, arrange meetings to demand action from your local, regional, and national representatives. Engage with all mainstream parties and candidates to influence their position on the cause.
Participate in Public Consultations
Engage in public consultations and committee hearings to present your views and influence political policy. Raise the issue of the genocide.
Build Relationships with Staff and Advisors
Develop relationships with the staff and advisors of politicians, who often play key roles in shaping policy decisions.
Hosting Events and Forum
Organise events where politicians can interact with constituents, experts, and activists directly concerned with the Palestinian genocide, like organising a husting for potential candidates.
Political Donations
Support political candidates who unequivocally advocate for Palestine, through donations or campaign support.
Legal Action and Advocacy
Legislate Against Human Rights Abuses
Seek to pass laws or regulations that prohibit or penalise entities engaged in human rights abuses.
Legal Action Against Genocide Aiders
Pursue legal action against those who are aiding and abetting the genocide in your country.
Defend Free Speech
Take legal action against those who wish to restrict the call to end genocide and the rights of the Palestinian people.