an update regarding the ongoing genocide in Palestine
nat here. the ongoing genocide in Palestine is weighing heavily on me, as it has been for weeks. we’ve been resharing a variety of resources on Twitter, but nothing feels like enough when 10,000 Palestinians have been killed in the last month. i recently shared some resources on my personal substack and wanted to pass on an expanded list of actions you can take to help. (note: this list primarily focuses on actions those of us in the U.S. can take, as that’s where we’re based.)
posting and raising/maintaining awareness. amplify Palestinian voices and read non-western news, including and especially from journalists on the ground in Gaza. it may feel performative to post to social media, but Palestinians are asking us to continue to spread their stories.
calling your reps. ask your reps to call for a ceasefire. spread the word to your friends and family to do the same. pressure your reps on social media. keep doing this.
boycotting corporations that are complicit. boycotts work. don’t be fooled by coupons or deals. that’s what happens when corporations get desperate. be sure to pay attention to what BDS is asking for—while there may be other corporations who are complicit in helping Israel, BDS is calling for a specific, targeted boycott.
taking action in other ways. Justin Clarel breaks down pandemic-safe action for Palestine in this post. if you’re able to protest, be sure to keep your safety in mind by covering identifiable features (including tattoos), wearing a well-fitted mask, and practicing digital safety. donations cannot currently reach Gaza, but if your only capacity right now is for donating, there are still ways you can help.
seeking more resources. Haymarket books is offering three free ebooks for a free Palestine (hat tip to SG Huerta, who has a great list of resources as well). i recently stumbled upon a free archive of over 1700 books about Israel and Palestine. there are many other lists circulating on social media of books, podcasts, and other media that brings Palestine’s voice to the forefront. if you’re not familiar with what’s going on right now, or weren’t until recently, make it a goal to start by checking out a new resource or two.