A panel of Palestine solidarity activists discussed the evolving political climate of Palestine solidarity work, how we can do activism safely, and why it is important to engage in solidarity work on January 24 on Zoom. The panel discussion, organized by Fredericton Palestine Solidarity, is now available for viewing here –
Speaking on the panel were:
David Heap, a linguistic professor at Western University and long-time peace activist. In 2011, David participated in the Canadian Boat to Gaza, the MV Tahrir, and he remains active in the International Freedom Flotilla Coalition against the blockade of Gaza.
Chantelle Paiu, a Palestinian Canadian, chair of the Ontario Palestinian Rights Association, and an organizer with Fredericton Palestine Solidarity.
Asaf Rashid, a k’jipuktuk/Halifax-based lawyer and a board member of the Halifax Workers Action Centre, a member of the Canadian Prison Lawyers Association and supporter of the East Coast Prison Justice Society. He is the co-author of Solidarity Beyond Bars: Unionizing Prison Labour.
For more information, contact Fredericton Palestine Solidarity at fp.solidarity@gmail.com.
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