Join us for a conversation with peace activists Amal Ghawi and Itamar Avneri. Learn about their experiences, achievements and challenges as members of a civil society movement. Hear their reflections and what nourishes their hope in this extreme crisis. Gain a deeper understanding of the current situation through your and your fellow participants' questions.
About Standing Together:
Standing Together is a progressive grassroots movement that mobilises Jewish and Palestinian citizens of Israel against the occupation and for peace, equality, social and climate justice. With over 5,000 members, it is the biggest movement of its kind in Israel. In response to Hamas's atrocities of October 7th and Israel's harsh retaliation, Standing Together became a driving force in the protests for a ceasefire and hostage deal. Its initiatives strengthened Jewish-Palestinian cooperation in Israel, such as Solidarity Watches in mixed cities, and ensured aid to Gazans: Joint Jewish-Palestinian Humanitarian Guard protecting aid trucks against settler violence attracted the police’s and worldwide attention and enabled a safe passage.
About the speakers:
Amal Ghawi: 28-year-old journalist with an MA in Gender Studies. Amal tells the stories and challenges of Palestinians who are citizens of Israel. She joined Standing Together after the war began. Her name means 'hope' in Arabic.
Itamar Avneri: 39 years old, Itamar is a founding member of Standing Together and a member of the movement's national leadership. Itamar is also currently a member of the Tel Aviv Yaffa Municipality Council.
The event is part of the Online Event Series "Middle East: Building Hope in Times of War".