Embark on a journey of solidarity and justice as we explore the compelling world of the BDS (Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions) movement, a beacon of non-violent resistance fighting for freedom, justice, and equality for Palestine.
Boycotting, a powerful form of non-violent resistance, emerges as a poignant tool in the pursuit of justice for Palestine. It compels individuals to rethink their role in shaping the narrative of human rights and dignity - Introducing the BDS movement.
BDS (Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions):
Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) is a Palestinian-led non violent, peaceful movement for freedom, justice and equality. BDS upholds the simple principle that Palestinians are entitled to the same rights as the rest of humanity. It's simple to get involved with the BDS movement today. Discover how to get involved.
To show immediate and meaningful solidarity with Palestinians now, the BDS movement has put together a list of action points we must follow. Find them here: URGENT ACTION ALERT
It is important to note that BDS is being illegalised in different parts of the world through efforts of Israel, to criminalise it and associate it with anti-semitism, which it is not.
Over the course of these past months more and more companies have shown us their complicity, and what can only be described as distasteful marketing campaigns and ads. Here are the major perpetrators:
Marks & Spencers - The best undies in the world! Overshadowed forever by a tone-deaf Christmas campaign.
Zara - The go-to fashion destination for this generation, wiped off our favourites list with one photoshoot. Finito.
Starbucks - Once THE staple coffee brand, especially for PSLs. Now doomed to leave a sour taste in all our mouths for eternity.
Late night McDonalds runs. Tainted forever by images of IDF soldiers dropping bombs while eating free fries. Golden arches that once made us smile, now just look sinister.
Coca Cola - A post-spicy-meal essential; a fizzy taste we crave. Profiting from illegal occupation; complicit in oppression - and also, in rotting our teeth.
Non-stop for over three months now, Israel has been bombing homes, whole neighbourhoods, hospitals, schools, mosques and churches in Gaza, while cutting off electricity, fuel, water, medicine and food supplies to the 2.3 million Palestinians there. LET'S KEEP MOBILIZING TO STOP GENOCIDE: IF NOT NOW, WHEN?
For emergency relief, please donate to the following charities that are currently on the ground providing aid:
UNRWA
Islamic Relief
Medical Aid for Palestine and
JustGiving: MAP
International Development & Relief Foundation (IDRF)
HCI
MATW Project