Monthly Archives: June 2010

Diana Buttu speaking in Perth

This video (above) shows the powerful conclusion to Diana Buttu’s speech in Perth on June 23. In this segment she explains why we should support the boycott, divestment and sanctions campaign against Israel. The video below is a YouTube playlist … Continue reading

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An evening with Rifat Kassis

Awareness, relationship, committment – an evening with Rifat Kassis Palestinian Christian and human rights activist Friday 2 July 7:30pm Uniting Church Centre, 85 Edward St, East Perth A public lecture with opportunity for questions This event has been organised by … Continue reading

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David Rovics plays for Friends of Palestine

David Rovics is a fantastic US singer/songwriter making his debut appearance in Perth on July 25. David Rovics – live in Perth with SugarChild 7pm Sunday 25 July The Irish Club 61 Townshend Road, Subiaco $25 ($20 conc) “Listen to … Continue reading

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Diana Buttu to speak in Perth Wed 23 June

6 for 6:30pm, Wed 23 June Ross Lecture Theatre, Physics building, UWA Diana Buttu is one of the most eloquent and effective spokespersons for the Palestinian cause, representing a voice of reason, the empowerment of Palestinian women, and the essential … Continue reading

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Video from June 6 Gaza rally

Video by Zeb Parkes

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Seven Jewish Children: a play for Gaza

This video is from the Perth premiere performance of “Seven Jewish Children: a play for Gaza” on May 15, 2010. The play is by Caryl Churchill and was directed by Vivienne Glance.

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What a fantastic rally

Dear friends of Palestine What a wonderful demonstration!  My estimate of numbers was 500.  There were perhaps only 300 of us when we started at Wesley Church, but by the time we got to the US consulate the crowd was … Continue reading

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Next rally: Protest Sunday June 6 outside Wesley Church

PROTEST ISRAELI MASSACRE AT SEA SUNDAY JUNE 6 AT 12 NOON OUTSIDE WESLEY CHURCH 9 people have been killed and more than 30 injured after hundreds of masked Israeli commandos stormed the six vessels of the Gaza Freedom Flotilla in … Continue reading

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Photos from the emergency protest for Gaza

150 people protested in Perth on 1 June 2010 with only 24 hours notice against Israel’s attacks on the humanitarian peace flotilla. See earlier posts for more information. Friends of Palestine has also called another rally for 12 noon, Sunday … Continue reading

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