As a group created to amplify the voices of those in society who are often unheard, the Noisy Movement shows its support for the people of Palestine. We are committed to spreading awareness about the Palestinian cause and want to use our platform to highlight various resources.
The Israeli assault on Gaza is not an isolated event and nor did it start on 7th of October. It follows over 75 years of Israeli occupation and oppression of Palestinians. In current times we believe that it is more important than ever to educate ourselves on Palestinian history and culture and continue to show our support.
We’ve linked resources below which detail Palestinian history and the occupation as well as journalists who are reporting on the Gazan genocide and explaining other issues across Palestine. This is not an exhaustive list, but a starting point from which you can continue to educate yourselves. The importance of listening and sharing these voices and their stories can’t be underestimated.
Keep reading, learning, and making noise for Palestine!
Educate:
Friends of Al-Aqsa (FOA) is a UK based NGO, who campaign for a free Palestine and provide resources about its history, and the history of occupation and oppression.
A brief video by Vox on how the occupation started.
Effective action in the UK:
BDS Movement.
The Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions movement is a way of pressuring the Israeli government and using your purchasing power to show your support. Many companies invest in Israel or have shown support for the apartheid state in other ways. The main three that people are targeting through boycotts currently are Starbucks, McDonalds and Disney. More information on other companies is found below.
Stay up to date for information on marches and protests across Scotland:
Scottish Palestine Solidarity Campaign (SPSC)
At our University- Edinburgh University Justice for Palestine Society
@eu_jps
News outlets and Journalists to follow:
The New Arab: https://www.newarab.com/
Middle East Eye: https://www.middleeasteye.net/
Al Jazeera: https://www.aljazeera.com/
Journalists on Instagram:
@motaz_azaiza
@byplestia
@eid_yara
@wizard_bisan
Other Instagram accounts to follow:
@eye.on.palestine
@sbeih.jpg
Donations:
Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) is a charity that works for the health and dignity of Palestinians living under occupation and as refugees. They provide immediate medical aid to those in great need, while also developing local capacity and skills to ensure the long-term development of the Palestinian healthcare system.
Remember to check your facts:
Here is a link to a comprehensive guide to fact checking your information!
From the river to the sea…
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