The Madison-Rafah Sister City Project (MRSCP)
Year: 2021
Mar 13, 2026
2021.06.17: One People, Segregated IDs Premiere
12:30 pm Central Join Rabet for the premiere of our latest documentary, “One People, Segregated…
Update: #SaveSheikhJarrah
Middle East Eye, May 2, 2021 ‘If I don’t steal it, someone else is going…
Two former Israeli ambassadors join ‘apartheid’ accusations
Philip Weiss, Mondoweiss, June 8, 2021
Home Demolitions in Silwan, East Jerusalem
Join Silwan activists Sahar Abassi and Zuheir Rajabi online to find out how you can…
VIRTUAL DELEGATIONS TO SILWAN, EAST JERUSALEM
Eyewitness Palestine June 12, 13, or 16 1:00 – 2:30 pm Central Participants in this…
How a West Bank Trip Turned This Congressman Into One of Israel’s Strongest Critics
Wisconsin Rep. Mark Pocan tells Haaretz why he welcomes a new Israeli government, even one…
2021.06.04 Update: Candle Lit Vigil for Palestine
UW-Madison Students for Justice in Palestine UW Library Mall 8:30 PM Join us to mourn…
Ilan Pappé: Israel is colonizing Palestine
Israeli historian Ilan Pappé: “language is very important. The way you frame a situation can…
F-35s Bombing Gaza
Why are these advanced fighters used against Palestinians? Manlio Dinucci, Global Research, May 19, 2021…
Life Under Occupation: The Misery at the Heart of the Conflict
An eviction in East Jerusalem lies at the center of a conflict that led to…
Fact Sheet: Palestinian Citizens of Israel
Palestinian citizens of Israel protesting the passage of the Jewish nation-state law. Tel Aviv, August…
“FREE PALESTINE RALLY” IN MILWAUKEE DRAWS DIVERSE CROWD
Sandra Whitehead, Wisconsin Muslim Journal, May 21, 2021
Some of the 66 Palestinian Children Killed
Institute for Middle East Understanding (IMEU) The Institute for Middle East Understanding (IMEU) is a…
Pocan: Ceasefire is only a crucial first step
A ceasefire is a crucial first step to end the current violence. But this didn't…
Demonstrators rally in support of Palestinians at Wisconsin State Capitol
Fatoumata Ceesay, Madison365, May 17, 2021
2021.05.18 Update: EMERGENCY VIGIL FOR GAZA AND PALESTINE
Names of Palestinian Casualties as of May 16, 2021 Names of Palestinian Casualties as of…
Mark Pocan: We need an immediate cease-fire
We need an immediate cease-fire @POTUS. I joined @hereandnow to explain why this isn't a…
Possible House Committee Hold on Arms Sale to Israel
This is the right decision. Over 200 Palestinians are dead—including 61 children. 10 people in…
Marcel Khalifa – The Child and the Kite
In Arabic a kite and plane are the same thing, Tayaara, which means a thing…
Phyllis Bennis on the US response to the Israel-Palestine Conflict
Al Jazeera, May 15, 2021 Phyllis Bennis, Institute for Policy Studies, joins us for the…
American Muslims for Palestine — Milwaukee Rally
Click for Photos American Muslims for Palestine — Milwaukee Rally to Defend Jerusalem and Palestine,…
Emergency Aid Appeal
MRSCP, May 15, 2021
Running Orders
Running Orders BY LENA KHALAF TUFFAHA They call us now, before they drop the bombs.…
This Must End
Dr. Yasser Abu Jamei, American Friends Service Committee, May 13, 2021
2021.05.15 Update: ‘Palestine Can’t Breathe’ Protest
And a Facebook video Reshaping Madison Together Event Occupation is a CRIME! Right now, near…
Barbara Olson and Tsela Barr: Let’s stop funding Israel’s campaign of oppression
TSELA BARR AND BARB OLSON, The Cap Times, May 15, 2021
Palestinians in Israel now face far right mob violence backed by the state
Jonathan Cook, Middle East Eye, 14 May 2021
An Army Like No Other — How the Israel Defense Forces Made a Nation
Verso Books, May 15, 2021
“Palestinians Do Indeed Exist”
Your Friday reminder to listen to our only Palestinian member of Congress, @RashidaTlaib, and remember…
2021.05.14: Mazin Qumsiyeh on WORT
On A Public Affair Friday, May 14 at 12:30 pm, Esty Dinur will be speaking…
A Nightmare of Terror Across the Landscape of Palestine
As Israeli lynch mobs roam the streets attacking Palestinians, and as Israeli war planes drop…
2021.05.10 Update: Banner Drop for Sheikh Jarrah
Note: The start time has changed to 3:30 pm. In light of the recent events…
Israeli warplanes destroy 12-story residential building in Gaza
Anadolu Agency, May 11, 2021
Rep. Mark Pocan’s Recognition of Israeli Violence
Agreed. We cannot just condemn rockets fired by Hamas and ignore Israel's state-sanctioned police violence…
Live: Nine children killed in Gaza, Israeli forces storm al-Aqsa again
Middle East Eye, May 10, 2021 Follow MEE's updates from Jerusalem and beyond as tensions…
Sheikh Jarrah Explained
Mustafa Abu Sneineh, Middle East Eye, 6 May 2021
2021.05.23: Virtual Book Launch for Determined to Stay on Silwan
Middle East Children’s Alliance (MECA) Virtual Book Launch for Silwan! “Determined to Stay: Palestinian Youth…
2021.05.19: Webinar with Richard Forer on Israel/Palestine
7 pm Central Richard Forer will discuss his unique understanding of the hidden factors at…
Born Unequal Abroad
Understand how two people are treated differently by the Israeli government based solely on their…
Methodists Divest from Caterpillar citing Palestinian Evictions
Methodist Sabeel-Kairos Group (UK), 5th May 2021
The Day the UN Buried its Report on Apartheid in Israel
Thalif Deen, IPS-Inter Press Service, May 9, 2021
End Medical Apartheid
Justice for All: To build a world where there is healthcare for all, we must…
2021.05.16: Ban Killer Drones Webinar
Ban Killer Drones: Proliferation, Border Surveillance and Persecution of Whistleblower Daniel Hale 10:00 AM Central…
2021.05.16-20: Virtual Delegation to Lifta: Commemorate the Nakba
With your guide Umar al-Ghubari Eyewitness Palestine To commemorate Nakba Day this year, we will…
2021.05.11: Virtual Delegation to Mesarvot: Israeli Military Refusers
With your guide Yuval Gal Cohen and our co-sponsors: Refuser Solidarity Network and OBJECTOR Impact…
Rep. Pocan on Israeli police violence at Sheikh Jarrah
The Israeli police violence against Palestinians in Sheikh Jarrah is completely unacceptable. The Israeli military…
National Lawyers Guild Urges Biden to Align US Israel-Palestine Policy With International Law
Brett Wilkins, Common Dreams, May 03, 2021
Cornel West on Palestine
Useful Idiots, Apr 30, 2021 Friend-of-show Dr. Cornel West has been in the news a…
2021.05.09: Virtual Tour of the West Bank
These past weeks have brought along a sea of change. Rep. Betty McCollum introduced the…
Ancestors of Palestinian Liberation
Palestine Advocacy Project has partnered with Anemoia Projects to bring you Ancestors of Palestinian Liberation: …
Israeli Authorities Close Gaza Sea and Ban Palestinian Fishing
Deterioration of Living Condition For 4860 Fishermen and Workers in Associated Professions Ref: 45/2021 Date:…
Human Rights Watch Documents Israeli Apartheid
American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC), April 27, 2021
Update: Fresh Food for Families in Rafah
Josie Shields-Stromsness, Middle East Children’s Alliance (MECA) Update for Madison Rafah Sister City Project BACKGROUND…
BDS VIctory: Pomona College Students Divest from Occupation in Palestine
RE: BDS Victory: ASPC To Divest Funds From Occupation of Palestine Contact: Claremont Students for…
Hundreds of far-right Israeli activists chant “death to Arabs” in East Jerusalem
Middle East Eye, YouTube, Apr 23, 2021 Hundreds of far-right Israeli activists took to the…
I write to remember the brutality of Jewish violence I saw in Jerusalem
Orly Noy, +972 Magazine, April 24, 2021
Shooting revives criticism of Israel’s use of deadly force
JOSEPH KRAUSS, Associated Press, April 23, 2021
Progressive U.S. Lawmaker: ‘We Need to Be Able to See What’s Happening in Gaza’
Wisconsin Democrat Rep. Mark Pocan tells Americans for Peace Now that Israeli policies funded by…
Help Boost the New Palestine Bill!
This week, Rep. Betty McCollum introduced H.R. 2590, the Palestinian Children and Families Act, a…
2021.04.18: Gather for Gaza: UNRWA Virtual Cooking Event
2 pm CT Join UNRWA USA, Mama’s Palestinian Kitchen, and three celebrated culinary artists —…
2021.04.17 & 24: “End US Support for Israeli Apartheid?” Parts 1 & 2
IsraelApartheidCon • April 17 and 24 at 11AM EDT • Register today! A major Israeli…
The Jerusalem Declaration on Antisemitism
Introduction The Jerusalem Declaration on Antisemitism Why the oldest hatred needs a new definition Jewish…
2021.04.14: Webinar: The Movement Will Not Be Censored
On Wednesday, April 14, join us for a powerhouse event on Palestine advocacy and how…
2021.03.16 Update: Rachel Corrie: Commemorating 18 Years
Madison-Rafah spokesperson starting at 46:23 Updates from the Rachel Corrie Foundation Registration link: http://bit.ly/2MHVjgC Livestream…
Engaging Palestine and Israel on International Law and Human Rights
The US should oppose unilateral annexations & demolitions. Israel should vaccinate all Palestinians.@RepRashida & I…
US congresswoman denounces ‘disturbing’ arrests of Palestinian children
Ali Harb, Middle East Eye, 11 March 2021
ICC launches Palestine war crimes probe
Maureen Clare Murphy, Electronic Intifada, 3 March 2021
Dr. Fauci, Please use your Israeli prize money to buy vaccines for Palestine
EWISH VOICE FOR PEACE HEALTH ADVISORY COUNCIL, Mondoweiss, MARCH 1, 2021
Israel should be giving Palestinians vaccines
Palestinian people are living under Israeli occupation. Israel should be giving Palestinian people the vaccines…
Welcome to the 12th Annual Open Shuhada Street Campaign
On this page, you will find information about the Open Shuhada Street campaign in 2021.…
2021.03.10: Introduction to Palestinian Tatreez Embroidery Online
Folklore Village, Dodgeville, WI $20.00 An online embroidery workshop with textile artist Wafa Ghnaim Wednesday,…
2021.02.21: Palestine on a Plate!
Middle East Children’s Alliance Webinar, 10 am CT Only $10 donation, REGISTER NOW! Join the…
The Eighth Circuit’s Narrow Decision About Arkansas BDS
Eugene Volokh, Reason, 2.14.2021
2021.02.10: Jim Zogby Talks with Human Rights Advocate Issa Amro
Wednesday, February 10, 2021 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m CT In the months we…
US Congressman: Respecting Palestinian Rights is Key to Defeating Antisemitism
US Congressman Andy Levin US Congressman Andy Levin has warned that anti-Semitism cannot be properly…
2021.02.13: Love in the Time of Apartheid
10:00 am CST How will many Palestinians be spending their Valentine’s Day? For a…
More on Masafer Yatta in the Occupied West Bank
Masafer Yatta: A Palestinian community fighting for survival Masafer Yatta: A Palestinian community under pressure…
Increasingly Bold Israel Begins Building Settlements In Downtown Albuquerque
The Onion, January 27, 2021
Biden should end support for bombing and starvation of Yemen
People run following an explosion at the airport in Aden, Yemen, shortly after a plane…
UPDATE: Violence and Ethnic Cleansing in South Hebron Hills
One of our members is personally acquainted with these people and provides the following update.…
About Suffering: A Massacre of the Innocents in Yemen
Kathy Kelly, The Progressive, January 19, 2021
2021.01.21: Calling the Thing by its Proper Name
The Foundation for Middle East Peace (FMEP) invites you to attend “Apartheid” Between the Jordan…
Free Sami Huraini
Palestine Partners started this petition to United Nations Secretary General António Guterres and UN High…
The village where Palestinians are rendered completely powerless
Help Harun Abu Aram Heal Rebuilding Alliance is organizing this fundraiser and will be working…
Why Was Harun Abu Aram Shot?
Help Harun Abu Aram Heal Rebuilding Alliance is organizing this fundraiser and will be working…
