I was scheduled to go to Gaza last Monday. The visit would have been the next in the series of my annual, weeks–or months–long stays in Gaza for the past three decades as a social psychologist studying youth and families. A core lesson from this effort is that despite tremendous cost and pain, one will always fight for the right to have an identity, dignity, a homeland, and basic human rights and freedom. Obviously, I canceled the trip in the
Like many of my Palestinian colleagues who are academics in the U.S., I have found myself offering teach-ins on many campuses (mostly Zooming in) across this continent and Europe, as well as to many community organizations, since the escalation of Israel’s genocidal war on the Palestinian people in the wake of the events of Oct. 7, 2023. I have cited innumerable United Nations General Assembly resolutions, U.N. Security Council Resolutions, and international laws that Israel is violating. I have cited
It is the thirty-seventh day of Israel’s genocidal rampage on us Palestinians in Gaza, Nov. 12. I write these thoughts not to waste precious energy condemning our occupier or international complicity, nor the futility of human rights laws and bodies. None of it is worth the time. I write these thoughts for myself, for my son, for loved ones in Gaza and afar, to share reflections on existing under genocide. I also share these words with my Palestinian brothers and
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict has deep historical roots, with both communities laying claim to the same land. Understanding the historical context is crucial for appreciating the complexity of the issues involved and the reasons behind the call for a boycott.
Examine the situation in the Gaza Strip, particularly the effects of the blockade on the daily lives of its residents. Discuss the humanitarian challenges and the international community’s responses.
Investigate historical instances where boycotts have influenced political decisions. Discuss the potential impact of a boycott on Israeli policies and the effectiveness of such economic measures in promoting change.
Discuss the concept of cultural and academic boycotts as a form of protest. Explore instances where these strategies have been employed and the debate surrounding their efficacy and ethical implications.
