Presented by Interfaith Matters! Forum, Multi-faith SA and Religions for Peace

Our Earth - how do we work together to heal the devastation of war and create hope for our children?

Our theme for 2024: Interfaith Celebrations and Commemorations will focus on the earth for our April.  In peaceful times the creation celebrates the earth when we live and move and have our being. In times of war the earth is so very vulnerable to the devastation we cause. With this event, we hope to focus our constructive  energy on the importance of the earth for our lives, and how the devastation of war heightens devastation for all of creation.  How can we constructively work towards peace and protecting bio-diversity of the earth?

Our speaker: Professor Mazin Qumsiyeh is a scientist and author. He is the founder and director of the Palestine Museum of Natural History (PMNH) and the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability at the University of Bethlehem where he teaches (palestinenature.org). in creating an opportunity for him to share his wisdom & faith in biodiversity conservation, climate response, and his deep love for the land and people of Palestine.  

He is coming to Australia to talk about the intersection of land rights, peace, and environmental justice/conservation.

Event Details:

Date and Time:  Monday, 22 April at 6pm.

Venue: Cynthia Poulson Hall, St Peter's Cathedral, 27 King William Road, North Adelaide 

A meal (at the cost of $15 - $20) will be available to those who have registered. Please let us know via email (denise.martin@outlook.com) about any dietary requirements

Please register via Humanitix by Friday, 19 April to assist our chef with catering. 

Please contact Denise Martin with any questions at: denise.martin@outlook.com

Hosted by Free Palestine Adelaide

Shared Roots: Climate Change, Colonialism, and the Fight for Land Back

Join us to hear from Palestinian Professor Mazin Qumsiyeh and other Indigenous and Global South speakers about the links between climate change, colonialism, and ecological destruction. Through an evening of panel discussion, poetry, art, and workshops, 'Shared Roots' will illustrate the links between environmentalism and Indigenous Peoples' movements, and the crucial role of decolonisation in protecting ecosystems and the communities that rely on them globally. 

Light refreshments will be served.

Our speakers:

• Professor Qumsiyeh is a Palestinian scientists and teaches at the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability at Bethlehem University and Birzeit University. He is also the founder and director of the Palestine Museum of Natual History.

• More speakers to be announced soon.

Ticket pricing information:

• FREE for Palestinian and First Nations peoples

• For everyone else - options for $10 and $20 tickets. Please pay whatever you can as all proceeds will go towards covering the costs of organising this event

BOOK HERE

Adelaide Rally for Palestine

March to Hindmarsh Square

Gather again at the steps of Parliament House to show your solidarity with the Palestinian people and your outrage over the ongoing genocide in Gaza.

We demand:

• an immediate and permanent ceasefire

• that unfettered humanitarian aid immediately is allowed into Gaza

• that our government imposes sanctions on Israel

• that our government recalls the Australian ambassador to Israel and expels the Israeli Ambassador to Australia

• that Australia establishes an arms embargo on Israel and all defense materiel produced in Australia is banned from being sent to Israel

• an end to the occupation and apartheid

Hear special guest speaker, Professor Mazin Qumsiyeh, Palestinian scientist, Founder and Director of the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability in Bethlehem. He is also the founder and director of the Palestine Museum of Natural History. Professor Qumsiyeh is in Australia to talk about the intersection of land rights, peace, and environmental justice and conservation.

Hosted by the Palestine Students Association, Flinders University

A lecture on Palestinian Rights, Peace and Environmental Conservation

Register here

We are witnessing unprecedented violence and destruction throughout Palestine - especially the Gaza Strip. Over 32,000 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli forces, and thousands more are missing under the rubble. The occupied West Bank has also been targeted with raids and the detention of thousands of Palestinian people. 

Founder and Director of the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability, Professor Mazin Qumsiyeh says, "There is both a genocide and an ecocide going on, supported by some Western governments against the will of the Western public." An enormous global movement is rising to call for an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza, to end decades of colonisation, and work toward a free Palestine that delivers sustainable peace for all in the region. 

For over 75 years, Palestinians have resisted occupation, dispossession, and ethnic cleansing. The environmental impacts of the occupation and destruction of Palestine are less understood: water sources have been restricted, destroyed and polluted; habitat loss is pushing species like wolves, gazelles, and hyenas to the brink; destruction of crops and farmland drives food insecurity; and climate change is already impacting Palestine and its people.

Join us to hear first-hand from one of Palestine’s foremost environmental experts Professor Mazin Qumsiyeh, visiting Australia for the first time, in conversation with local Palestinian, First Nations and environmental justice advocates. Connect with others working to grow the global solidarity movement for peace, land rights and environmental justice. 

REGISTER YOUR ATTENDANCE HERE

Contact the Palestinian Student Association:

Email: flinders.palestanian.students.a@gmail.com 

Instagram @flindersunipsa

Beach fundraiser walk!

Health Care Workers For Palestine Adelaide will hold another fund raiser

walking along the beach from Henley to Grange

Let's hit the beach for a fun walk to raise money for a good cause on 20/4/2024 at 4pm for 4:30pm start at Henley square!

Register here

Come join us for a fun and meaningful event starting at Henley Square. Lace up your sneakers and get ready to walk for a cause. The event will take place on Sat Apr 20 2024 at 4:00 PM for 4:30PM start.

We are teaming up with Australian Friends of Palestine and Glimmer of Hope. Come along to support their stalls before we start.

This is a great opportunity to enjoy a beautiful day at the beach while supporting a good cause. Whether you're walking solo or with friends, everyone is welcome to participate. Let's make a difference together!

Don't miss out on this chance to give, walk in solidarity and have a great time. See you there!

* we are attempting to provide transport back from Glenelg , TBC- but please register interest on ticketing page**

Adelaide rally in solidarity with Palestine

7 April marks 6 months since the start of this genocide

Stand with the Palestinians!

Hear Nasser Mashni, President of the Australia Palestine Advocacy Network and Sarah Hanson-Young, Australian GreenS Senator for South Australia

We demand:

• an immediate and permanent ceasefire

• that unfettered humanitarian aid immediately is allowed into Gaza

• that our government imposes sanctions on Israel

• that our government recalls the Australian ambassador to Israel and expels the Israeli Ambassador to Australia

• that Australia establishes an arms embargo on Israel and all defense materiel produced in Australia is banned from being sent to Israel

• an end to the occupation and apartheid

Rally again at the steps of South Australia’s Parliament House in solidarity with one another and with the People of Palestine!

Special guest speaker, Nasser Mashni, President of the Australia Palestine Advocacy Network, of which AFOPA is a member.

Nasser is the son of a Palestinian refugee. He is a co-founder of Australians For Palestine and a founding board member of Olive Kids. With his father’s legacy in mind, Nasser is determined to continue the struggle for justice and a free Palestine.

Special guest speaker, Sarah Hanson-Young, Australian Greens Senator for South Australia

Greens Senator Sarah Hanson-Young is a passionate environmentalist, community campaigner, feminist, and human rights activist. The Australian Greens have consistently stood for justice for Palestine.

Starts at 6:30pm Saturday 6 April at parliament house, Adelaide

then to Victoria square then back to parliament house

IF you are able to volunteer to help with the candles, check the QR code below.

(Date stamp to the left will not correct. The vigil commences at 6:30pm)

Event by HCW for Palestine Adelaide SA

Fundraiser dinner for asylum seekers from Palestine

Bookings now closed but donations welcome!

Come join us for a meaningful event at the Al Salam Community Centre to show your support for Palestine.

All proceeds to Al Salam Humanitarian Foundation.

Let's come together to raise funds and awareness for our brothers and sisters in need.
Your contribution can make a real difference in their lives.
It is an open invite to all that would like to help towards this cause.

It is a seated casual event. We will have room to move around in the downstairs carpark area where this event will be held.

Book here!

We will not stop and we will never forget!

This Palm Sunday, the day people march for peace, South Australians will again gather in solidarity with the people of Palestine.

We want our government to demand an immediate and permanent ceasefire, demand that unfettered aid is delivered to Gaza and to instigate an arms embargo on Israel.

Gather at 2pm at Parliament House Steps where we will be joined by supporters of the Bob Brown Foundation who are marching in March for protection of Australian Forests, as well as being joined by supporters of No Nuclear Subs SA, the SA Anti-AUKUS organisation.

Healthcare workers for Palestine (SA) invites everyone to join this silent vigil

In solidarity with health worker colleagues and the people of Palestine

Families and children of all ages welcome

458 Healthcare workers killed.
Ongoing atrocities and killings.
Stand in solidarity with us for Palestine

Event by Students for Palestine Adelaide

THURSDAY RALLY FOR PALESTINE

Students all over Australia are rallying again on the 14th of March (this Thursday)! We aim to disrupt the city and to continue a fight for a Palestine!

Israel plans to annihilate Rafah where 1.5 million take shelter. All the while our governments echo empty words of concern while still calling Israel a friend of Australia. We need to stand with Palestine and call upon the government to sever all ties to Israel now!

Next Rally for Palestine!

TOMORROW’S PROTEST FOR PALESTINE Will go ahead!

Shorter rally due to heat

Adelaide’s next rally for Palestine is Sunday 10 March at 2pm at Parliament House North Terrace Adelaide.

Celebrity guest speaker Nazeem Hussain will be gracing us with his voice and advocacy!

It’s set to be a scorcher so we will be prepared with ice blocks from Nadia Parisi cold waters and sunscreen!
Speeches will be kept short and powerful!
Bring your umbrella’s for shade!

If you have a medical condition, are unwell, are elderly, pregnant or were planning on bringing your baby please reconsider your attendance. Your health and safety is priority.

For the rest of us who are fit and healthy, whilst it will be hot and the sun rays will be upon us, please consider the bombs that are falling down on Gaza and stand strong and united for a FREE PALESTINE!

NEW Free Palestine Printing merchandise available also.

GLENELG TO BRIGHTON FUNDRAISER WALK - 9TH MARCH 2024

Health Workers 4 Palestine (Adelaide) is pleased to announce a group walk to raise funds for the Palestinians from Gaza who have found asylum in Adelaide.

Meet at 6pm at the Wigley Reserve, Glenelg for a 6:30pm start. Young, young-at-heart, kids and pets are all welcome

Click here to register and to purchase an event cap and/or t-shirt. We encourage each participant above 16yo to submit a form as it helps us with our logistics on the day. LAST DAY FOR ORDERS IS 28TH FEB 2024.

All profit from the sale of the caps and t-shirts go to the fundraiser. We also welcome donations of any amount, big or small.

Scan the QR code in the poster, or bank transfer to:

Account Name: Al Salam Humanitarian Foundation
BSB: 065000
Account number: 12634829
Ref: Beach Walk

Let your family and friends know that you are walking for the cause so that they can donate in your honour!

See you there!

PROTEST ZIGGY MARLEY'S PRESENCE IN ADELAIDE AT WOMAD 

There will be two separate protests:

Protest #1 - Friday 8 March, 4:30pm-6pm

Protest #2 - Monday 11 March, 12 noon-1pm

Meet on corner Frome Road and Victoria Drive, Adelaide, opposite WOMADelaide's Frome Street entrance - bring your flags and corflutes.

If you are attending WOMAD please wear your keffiyeh inside and if you are attending the Ziggy Marley concerts stand and turn your back on Ziggy.

Renowned reggae artist, Ziggy Marley, the headline artist at WOMADelaide 2024 (World Music Adelaide), is an outspoken supporter of Israel even during its current genocidal operation in Gaza. In 2018, fans worldwide were shocked by his attendance at a star studded benefit for the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF). This event raised $60 million for a military that had already received more than $120 billion dollars from the US government since the end of World War II. WOMAD’s values are in stark contrast to the actions of their headline performer.

The Australian Friends of Palestine Association (AFOPA) has supported the Palestinian initiated Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement since its inception in 2005 including promoting the cultural boycott of artists who whitewash Israel’s crimes by playing in Israel or accepting money from the Israeli government. As Arye Mekel of Israeli’s Ministry of Foreign affairs said the Israeli government needs to show “Israel’s prettier face” to the world through culture. This cynical attempt to use artists to cover up Israel’s crimes has led to our BDS group protesting the presence of many artists in Adelaide including the Batsheva Dance Company, the L.E.V. Dance Company, the Rolling Stones and the Jerusalem Quartet. Renowned reggae artist, Ziggy Marley, is an outspoken supporter of Israel even during its current genocidal operation in Gaza. He is also the headline artist at WOMADelaide 2024 and will be the focus of an AFOPA campaign asking him to explain the dissonance between the idealism of his music and his public support for a regime brutally suppressing the people of Palestine.
Read more of Margaert Cassar's article on why we are protesting Ziggy Marley at WOMAD

See pictures of Ziggy Marley at the dinner that raised $60m for the Israeli military forces - this event occurred during the period of Gaza's Great March of Return, during which 214 Palestinians, including 46 children, were killed, and over 36,100, including nearly 8,800 children were injured. One in five of those injured (over 8,000) were hit by live ammunition. During the same period, one Israeli soldier was killed and seven others were injured during the demonstrations. (UN Website)

Ziggy Marley, your actions speak louder than your pretty words of peace!

Non-AFOPA event

See the story of Craig’s Walk here

Activism & Advocacy Workshop for under 35s

UNDER 35s!

Please join Young AFOPA for a day long activism and advocacy workshop with APAN’s Noura Mansour. $10 registration fee (lunch, snacks, & tea included)

\Please note that this event is exclusively for under 35s. We hope to see many of you there!

Saturday 2 March 2024 10 AM-4:30 PM FILEF, Adelaide,15 Lowe St Adelaide SA 5000

Book here

All Student Strike for Palestine: Feb 29 National Day Of Action
Attention all students: join us in striking from class on Feb 29th for a free Palestine!

High  schoolers and uni students are walking out of class to protest for  Palestine as part of a national day of action to say: stop the genocide, lift the seige on Gaza, end the occupation of the West Bank, and demand Australia cut ties with Israel!
Gather at Parliament House, Adelaide

2:30pm Thursday 29 February 2024

Adelaide Rally #10 in Solidarity with the people of Palestine

Parliament House Steps, North Terrace, Adelaide

2pm 25 February

Nazeem Hussain is a very well known comedian whose talent and humour has lead to great success. Nazeem is one of the few Australian celebrities using their platforms to speak up and raise awareness for Palestine.

Join us for a Meet & Greet Q&A with Nazeem at the Al Salam Community Centre - 658 Marion Rd, Park Holme at 12pm whilst he is here in Adelaide performing his fantastic show ““Totally Normal” at this years Adelaide Fringe Festival! We’ll discuss his success, his faith and his dedication to speaking up for Palestine.

We encourage all to attend including the youth!

This is a FREE event and registration is required to ensure adequate seating.

Please register here

Event organised and supported by Adelaide Sisters Association Islamic Society of South Australia, AFOPA, Glimmer of Hope, HCW for Palestine Adelaide, Students for Palestine Adelaide, Adelaide Campaign Against Racism and Fascism

Event by Health Workers 4 Palestine Adelaide

Vigil in solidarity with the health workers of Gaza

Rally to protest Peter Dutton as special guest of the Australia-Israel Chamber of Commerce (AICC).

11:30am, Parliament House, North Terrace, Adelaide, Friday 16 February.

Peter Dutton, the leader of the Australian Federal Opposition is the special guest of the AICC at a luncheon at the Intercontinental Hotel, North Terrace, Adelaide on Friday, 16 February at 12 noon.

Dutton and his hosts put business before human rights. Dutton and his coalition partners are more interested in trade and profit than standing up against a genocide that is in progress. Dutton has called UNRWA a front for a terrorist organisation and slammed pro-Palestinian protesters as "un-Australian." Not welcome in Adelaide, Peter Dutton!

Event organised by AFOPA, Adelaide Campaign Against Racism and Fascism and Students for Palestine Adelaide

Event by Trade Unionists for Palestine

A Public Meeting

For rank and file union members from South Australia to discuss how to put our collective power behind the movement for a free Palestine.

Registration required

Speakers to be announced soon.

For remote participants, please register and DM for video link.

SIGN THE STATEMENT
View and sign the national Unionists for Palestine statement :

#FreePalestine #CeasefireNow #EndTheOccupation #UnionsAustralia

Adelaide Rally #9

Demand that the Australian Government restores aid to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNWRA)!

How can a so called democratic nation such as ours, which is signed up to any number of international human rights instruments, stop aid flowing to a besieged people suffering a genocide? The Gazans are starving and thirsty, let alone without access to accommodation, fuel and medical services. How is it possible that our Government has stopped aid funding to Gaza? Where is their humanity?

Gather again at South Australia’s Parliament House and demand the horror stop!

Demand that our government acts to represent the people of Australia, who have regularly come out into the streets for over four months demanding justice for the Palestinian people!

Fundraising art and jewellery exhibition at Thebarton’s Famous Wheatsheaf Hotel

Opening night guest speaker, AFOPA’s Mike Khizam

ProceEds of sales go to AFOPA

AL AZIMAH العزيمة, a fundraiser for the children of Gaza.

This street-party style event

is on Monday, 5th of February 2024, from 6 to 10pm

at Oddio (31 Drayton St. Bowden).

Book your tickets!

Book your tickets!

AL AZIMAH العزيمة, a fundraiser for the children of Gaza. This street-party style event is on Monday, 5th of February 2024, from 6 to 10pm at Oddio (31 Drayton St. Bowden).

This fundraiser will be achieved through your ticket purchase, which includes food and dessert, an evening of live entertainment, and entry to an auction of culinary experiences. 

Enjoy the gastronomic delights by Chef Jimmy Garside (PASTEL, JUMBO, ex Mary’s) and Chef Enrico Sgarbossa x Cucina Cufone pizza truck, and dessert by Shirni Parwana. While drinks are available for purchase. All ticket, auction proceeds, and drink purchases go to Human Appeal.

Live entertainment opens with a dance performance by children from the Glimmer of Hope (Palestinian Cultural Group) followed by music performances by DJ Medhi El-Alqui, DJ Nantale, and Slowmango.

Join us at AL AZIMAH العزيمة, a heartfelt fundraiser for the children of Gaza, featuring a lively street-party atmosphere. Save the date – Monday, 5th of February 2024 – as we gather from 6 to 10 pm at Oddio (31 Drayton St. Bowden).

Your ticket not only grants you access to this impactful event but also includes a delightful culinary experience. Indulge in the gastronomic creations of Chef Jimmy Garside (PASTEL, JUMBO, ex Mary’s) and Chef Enrico Sgarbossa from Cucina Cufone pizza truck, with dessert crafted by the talented Shirni Parwana. Quench your thirst with available drink options for purchase.

The heart of this fundraiser lies in your ticket purchase, contributing to an evening filled with live entertainment and an exciting auction of culinary experiences. Witness the grace of children from the Glimmer of Hope (Palestinian Cultural Group) in a captivating dance performance, followed by electrifying music sets from DJ Medhi El-Alqui, DJ Nantale, and Slowmango.

Mark your calendar for a night of compassion, culture, and community support—all proceeds from tickets, auctions, and drink purchases will go to Human Appeal. Together, let's make a difference for the children of Gaza.

About your ticket purchase

Since children are the future of every society, your ticket and participation in this event is your donation to Human Appeal. This charity organisation is providing hot meals, clean water and aid in Gaza, such as a mobilised team of paramedics. Human Appeal is the only charity currently providing clean water to the Al-Shifa Hospital, where they are tending to the medical needs of these injured children.

"Palestine: The Soul of Our Soul”

Event by Glimmer of Hope

Join the South Australian Palestinian community as we unfold the pages of our Palestinian story and discover Palestine through the lens of its people.

In the face of unparalleled devastation and unimaginable oppression, Gaza and the resilient Palestinian people have imparted on us profound lessons in humanity. Let us unite to honour and recognize them – their resilient history, cherished heritage, vibrant culture, and enduring soul.

Discover Palestine and its people: the Soul of Our Soul.

Come along, wear your Kuffieyeh, and together let us continue to write the unwavering story of Palestine.

This event is occurring on Kaurna land. We acknowledge the ongoing sovereignty and connection to land, and pay our respects to Elders past and present. The fight for land rights on this continent is inherently connected to that of Palestine.

This is a family friendly event. Anti-Palestinian, Antisemitic and anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated, on a one-strike basis.

#palestine #palestineculturalday2024

Vigil by Health Workers For Palestine in Solidarity with their Colleagues in Gaza