Israel/Palestine
Webinar on Israel/Palestine & the LGBTQ community
Navigating issues related to Israel/Palestine in the queer community – and in some of the broader progressive spaces – can be challenging. There is a history of using Israel’s relatively LGBTQ friendly environment to try to distract from the Occupation, a practice which has earned the label “Pinkwashing.” At the same time, there are the sometimes unfair asks that are made of Jews and/or Israelis.
Sulha Online Gathering: Heart-to-Heart and Face-to-Face Online Gathering of Palestinians and Israelis
In this difficult time, when hearts are torn in face of so much hatred and violence, we will gather to share the sorrow, dream of peace and justice for both peoples, and build hope through partnership. In this hour together, we will: Listen to wartime stories from a Palestinian and an Israeli Participate in Listening Circles in moderated breakout rooms with Israelis and Palestinians Share prayers and reflections. Hold on to hope, together.