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The liberation of Palestine resonates with broader global concerns. From land exploitation to the displacement of indigenous peoples and the disproportionate impact on women and girls, the struggle for Palestine intersects with key issues of our time. - Climate Crisis: The Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories involves the control and exploitation of land and resources, which exacerbates environmental degradation. The construction of settlements, checkpoints, and the separation barrier often leads to deforestation, soil erosion, and disruption of natural habitats. Israeli policies restrict Palestinians' access to water resources, leading to water scarcity and environmental challenges. Climate change exacerbates these issues, amplifying the impact on vulnerable communities. The liberation of Palestine involves addressing environmental justice and the rights of Palestinians to their land and resources, which are crucial aspects of combating climate change. - Feminism: Women in Palestine face unique challenges due to the intersection of gender, occupation, and militarization. Palestinian women experience violence, displacement, and economic marginalization as a result of the ongoing genocide. The liberation of Palestine involves dismantling systems of oppression that perpetuate gender-based violence and discrimination, thus aligning with feminist principles of equality, justice, and empowerment for all. - Indigenous Rights: The Palestinian liberation struggle can be viewed through the lens of indigenous rights, as Palestinians are the indigenous inhabitants of the land. The establishment of the state of Israel involved the displacement and dispossession of Palestinian communities, leading to the loss of land, livelihoods, and cultural heritage. The ongoing genocide in Gaza and Israeli occupation and expansion of settlements in the West Bank further marginalize and displace Palestinians from their ancestral lands. Supporting the liberation of Palestine means recognizing the rights of indigenous peoples to self-determination, sovereignty, and the protection of their land, culture, and identity. Recognizing these intersections is crucial for building solidarity and promoting a more just and sustainable world for all. #FreePalestine #IntersectionalJustice #ClimateJustice #Feminism 

#freePalestine 🇯🇴🇯🇴🇯🇴🇯🇴🇯🇴🇯🇴 In our interconnected world, it's crucial to shine a light on the enduring struggle of the Palestinian people. Their pursuit of freedom, dignity, and statehood is not just a regional issue but a global cause that speaks to the very essence of human rights and self-determination. The Palestinian plight is marked by decades of displacement, economic hardships, and the quest for recognition on the international stage. As advocates for justice and peace, it's our responsibility to foster dialogue, understanding, and concrete actions that support the Palestinian cause. This includes advocating for equitable solutions, supporting humanitarian efforts, and encouraging diplomatic endeavors that aim for a peaceful coexistence and the establishment of a Palestinian state. Let's use our platforms to educate, advocate, and mobilize support for a future where the rights and freedoms of the Palestinian people are fully realized. Together, we can contribute to a world that values peace, respects human rights, and recognizes the dignity of all people, including the Palestinians. Let's stand in solidarity with the Palestinian cause and work towards a future that embraces equality, justice, and lasting peace. #PalestinianFreedom #PeaceForPalestine #SolidarityWithPalestine #JusticeForPalestine #StatehoodForPalestine #HumanRightsForAll #SupportPalestine #EndOccupation #PeaceAndDignity

A Call to Action on the Palestinian Crisis As the devastating conflict in Palestine continues to unfold, we must raise our voices against the ongoing injustice, oppression and human rights violations being inflicted upon the Palestinian people. For too long, the pleas and cries of Palestinians have fallen on deaf ears in the Muslim world and beyond. We can no longer remain silent bystanders as families are displaced, children are traumatized, and innocent lives are lost. Complacency and inaction are complicity in this grave humanitarian crisis. Have we grown so timid, so fearful of consequences, that we allow this modern-day genocide to continue unabated? The images and reports emerging from Palestine are haunting - families burying loved ones, homes reduced to rubble, hospitals and schools targeted. Every new atrocity lays bare the apathy of leaders who prioritize political self-interest over the lives of the oppressed. Their failure to unite and take a decisive stand against these egregious injustices is a stain on humanity itself. We cannot in good conscience stay huddled in our comfortable cocoons while our Palestinian brothers and sisters cry out for liberation. The world bears witness, scrutinizing our shameful silence in the face of such harrowing brutality. Those who turn a blind eye have relinquished any claim to basic human decency and compassion. If we do not act now to rein in the forces perpetrating these cruelties, they will inevitably embolden further atrocities that engulf the entire region in flames of hatred and vengeance. The cycle of violence must cease, and the path of peace and justice must be forged through unified global condemnation of these abuses. Let this be a clarion call to the Muslim leaders and indeed all leaders of conscience - break your inexcusable silence. Impose sanctions, exert economic and political pressure, demand international intervention. Use the legitimacy of your offices to amplify the voices of the oppressed demanding freedom, human rights and self-determination. We must not allow the tragic plight of Palestine to metastasize into a full-blown clash of civilizations that subverts the new world order we have all solemnly pledged to uphold - one premised upon the inviolable values of human dignity, equality and justice. For the sake of the Palestinian people, for the sake of humanity itself, the time to act is now. Let not future generations inherit the legacy of our complicity, but of our resilience in the face of profound injustice. We all have a moral obligation to stand on the right side of history and be upstanders against oppression. No more silence, no more excuses - solidarity with Palestine must be our collective cry today.

In the #Sahel, given the #immensity of the #needs and the #multidimensional, #complex nature of the #crisis, a #collaborative #approach between #state, #humanitarian and #development #actors is the #only #alternative. For over a decade, the Sahel region has been experiencing the most violent crisis in its history. The impact on populations is both #disastrous and #alarming, to the extent that #prioritizing needs and sectors seems a #difficult #exercise to #succeed in #objectively. Between the massive and forced #displacement of the civilian population, the #destruction of basic social infrastructures, the #deschooling of children and young people, the #loss of the economic activities of heads of household, the extreme #exposure of women and girls to #sexual and #gender-based violence, etc., the various actors need to adopt a collaborative and constructive approach. The #humanitarian #imperative must take #primacy #over #political and #geostrategic #aspirations and #orientations. The #Sahel's #survival #depends on it! In view of the #immensity of the needs and the multidimensional and complex nature of the crisis, a collaborative approach between state, humanitarian and development actors is the only alternative to #effectively #address #violence #against #civilians and lay the #foundations for a more #solid and #sustainable #recovery. This collaborative approach must be based on a #spirit of #coordination and #pooling of #efforts, #transparency, #trust and #mutual #respect for the #principles, #missions and #mandates of each actor. This is all the more necessary given that the crisis in the Central Sahel is one of #the #most #under-funded in the world. "The only #path that offers any #hope of a better future for all mankind is that of #cooperation and #partnership." Kofi Annan, former Secretary General of the United Nations. PS: the content of this post is my own.

Recent self evaluation by Christian Aid of their internal & external efforts to shift power in humanitarian and development invites frank reflection and feedback. See the report ➡ https://shorturl.at/12639 Structural racism and the ongoing accumulation of power & resources in the hands of some international NGOs at the expense of civil society in the global South are rightfully major concerns for the humanitarian and development sectors today. How should we respond? Get on a soap box and denounce ill practices of other NGOs in the sector so we can be attract most funding as recognised leaders on locally led response? Anti racism and addressing global systems of privilege and exclusion instead beg questions first of our own house and own individual practice and role. The Christian Aid reflection sets out efforts undertaken in recent years to address internal mindsets, attitudes & practices as well as external systems, policies and programming. See the top lines of those efforts here & the table summarising what's been going well & where improvements are needed. 🗝 Key to addressing structural racism: continuous internal reflection and learning on power imbalances, mindsets and attitudes through curricula developed by partners in Nigeria & the Dominican Republic. 💬 Candid conversations and active listening with partner NGOs, networks and inviting external feedback on transparency & accountability. ⚙ Systems change towards collaboration and co-creation to move rhetoric on community-led project design and shifting decision making power to practice. 💷 Localised funding and addressing core cost sharing with partners. 🔉 Authentic storytelling and communications. #shiftthepower #locallyledresponse #antiracism #humanitarianaid

𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐈𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟗, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 The Institute for Research and Democratic Development (IREDD), an organization dedicated to ensuring effective democracy and advocacy of the preservation of human rights under our law, is troubled by the ongoing crisis in Grand Cape Mount County. While national government and state actors investigate root causes of the ongoing crisis, IREDD emphatically condemns the brutality and extend a special call for calm. We extend our sincere empathy and sympathy to victims of the tragic incident and call on all well-meaning Liberians, home and abroad, state actors, civil society groups, and others institutions to condemn the incident and request a speedy resolution. IREDD is committed to ensuring and maintaining Liberia’s fragile peace and stability and today’s action isn’t a symbol of calm. These actions could lead to the unexpected when not handled cautiously and are capable of troubling our earned-peace. We called on International Partners to intervene immediately as IREDD will closely follow and advocate for decisive actions that will calm the situation and institute a sustainable resolution to avoid future reoccurrence and enable a peaceful mediation. IREDD will dispatch a team to follow the happenings, advocate for speedy intervention, and provide a more elaborate statement. Institute for Research and Democratic Development (IREDD) UN Liberia UNDP UNICEF #SWEDISH CORPORATION  #UNITED NATIONS

The Youth Perspective on War and Peace: Insights from Ahmed Badr Ahmed Badr, a prominent young advocate for peace, uses storytelling as a powerful tool to address the impact of war and displacement on young people. His work sheds light on the following aspects of how young people perceive war. Resilience and healing: Through his own experiences as a refugee, Badr highlights the resilience of young people in the face of war-induced trauma and the healing power of storytelling. Amplifying voices: Badr's initiatives empower young individuals affected by conflict to share their experiences, fostering empathy and understanding among global audiences. Advocacy for peace: By advocating for peace and reconciliation, Badr underscores the importance of dialogue and understanding in resolving conflicts and promoting a more peaceful world. Incorporating the insights of young advocates like Ahmed Badr is essential for understanding the youth perspective on war and peace, paving the way for inclusive and impactful strategies to address this global issue. #youth #war #peace #advocate #insights #globalpoliticsaffairs #linkedincommunity

Chairman’s Report for 2023; Rev. Dr. Patrick Devine. We are all aware, to various degrees, what manifest and latent conflict can do if it is not prevented, transformed, settled or resolved. Shalom-SCCRR’s peacebuilding and infrastructural development contributions for ethnic groups, communities, families, vulnerable women and children and others needing sustainable livelihood resilience and security in eastern Africa are second to none. Our interventions are evident in research, conflict transformation, peacebuilding, school-educational and other infrastructural development projects, enabling the empowerment and actualization of basic human and ontological needs. Click on the link below to read the full report: ( https://lnkd.in/d7u3gc5g)

🌍 Problem: The Silence Surrounding Palestine 🌍 In today’s fast-paced world, many critical issues, like the humanitarian situation in Palestine, often go unaddressed. The voices and stories of those affected can be overlooked, leaving us feeling powerless. 😔 Agitate: The Consequences of Inaction When we ignore these injustices, we perpetuate a cycle of suffering and misunderstanding. It’s not just a regional issue; it impacts us all as global citizens. The lack of awareness can lead to further marginalization and conflict. 💡 Solve: Let’s Connect and Make a Difference I’m looking to connect with like-minded individuals who are passionate about human rights and justice. Together, we can raise awareness, share insights, and foster discussions that matter. If you’re interested in joining the conversation and exploring ways to advocate for peace and dignity, let’s connect! Your voice matters. #Palestine #HumanRights #Solidarity #Networking