Friends of Palestine Tasmania Inc is a not-for-profit community organisation working to engage Tasmanians in promoting a just peace for the Palestinian people based on international law and UN resolutions. We live and work on unceded Aboriginal land.
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We Endorse this Statement from APAN
Like so many across the country, we are grieving and shaken by the violent antisemitic attack at Bondi Beach. Our hearts are with the Jewish community, with the victims and survivors, and with everyone affected by this act of hate.
At moments like this, it is important to be clear about who we are and what we stand for.
We reject antisemitism and all forms of racism. We reject violence, hate, and attempts to divide our communities. We stand for dignity, safety, and care for all people, and for a world where everyone can live free from fear, without exception.
Our movement represents the best of our community: First Nations leaders, Jewish allies, Palestinian siblings, the wider Arab community, and people from all walks of life who are committed to justice and shared humanity. We have always insisted on a world free from racism and hate, and we will continue to do so.
We are inspired by the courage shown by Ahmed al Ahmed, whose brave actions saved lives. His courage reminds us that even in the darkest moments, humanity, solidarity, and care can prevail. We too must continue to be brave and stand together against those who seek to use this moment to divide us.
At this time, we urge care in how grief and fear are channeled. We reject attempts to exploit this tragedy to fuel division or vilify communities, including Palestinian, Arab, and Muslim communities. Violence and racism - wherever they appear - must be named and rejected together.
Everyone, from Palestine to Bondi, must be able to live free from harm, oppression, and terror, and must be supported in safety, dignity, and care.
Thank you for being part of a movement grounded in justice, compassion, and dignity for all.
In solidarity,
Nasser Mashni
President
Australia Palestine Advocacy Network (APAN)
Katie Shammas
Executive Officer
Australia Palestine Advocacy Network (APAN)
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VIDEO SUMMARY - Part 1: 10mins
- establishment of UN Commission of Inquiry
- legal perspective on genocide
- human rights law reporting pre Oct 2023
- unlawful Israeli occupation & settlements
- Israeli & Hamas violations / war crimes
Part 2:
VIDEO SUMMARY - Part 2: 9mins
- examination of fact finding, war crimes and genocide in Gaza
- legal definition on genocide
- the finding of genocidal intent in Gaza
- Actions by the International Criminal Court
Part 3:
VIDEO SUMMARY - Part 3: 9mins
- responsibility to act to prevent genocide
- state obligation to respect genocide conventions
- current steps taken by Australia
- the need to find accountability
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- Australia’s obligations under International law
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Requiem for Gaza
Chris Hedges recently gave the Edward Said memorial lecture to a sold out audience at the University of South Australia in Adelaide. Here's a recording of the lecture.