Author: uspcn
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Solidarity, Renewal, and Struggle: Revolution Until Liberation
Dear friends and supporters of the Palestinian people in the U.S. and around the globe, On this International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, the US Palestinian Community Network marks 64 years since the partition of Palestine – 64 years of ongoing resistance, steadfastness and continuing commitment to free our land and our people.…
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Happy Eid from the US Palestinian Community Network
In the spirit of revolution, the US Palestinian Community Network’s Coordinating Committee would like to wish everyone a happy Eid al-Adha, especially to all recently liberated Palestinian prisoners and their families. Our hearts remain with those Palestinians still locked behind the oppressive bars of the Israeli settler-colonial regime, and we look forward to the day…
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USPCN endorses AMP conference in Chicago, November 24-27
USPCN encourages all of its members and supporters to register for and attend the national Conference on Palestine, A NEW ERA OF ACTIVISM, being organized by American Muslims for Palestine, Thursday, November 24-November 27, 2011 in Chicago. Among many powerful speakers is USPCN’s Mezna Qato. The US Palestinian Community Network salutes the incredible work of American Muslims for Palestine.…
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Take Action – Defend Palestine and OccupyChicago
The following call is being circulated to defend Palestine and OccupyChicago after biased media coverage on ABC 7, attacking USPCN organizer Hatem Abudayyeh and Palestinian participation in OccupyChicago. Please write to ABC 7 below! Dear friends and supporters: We are calling on folks to take a few minutes to respond to ABC 7 reporter Chuck…
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Cancellation of “Ana Hurra” Tour
After three successful performances in California, the USPCN national coordinating team, along with the local organizers, regret to inform you that the “Ana Hurra” tour has unfortunately been cancelled due to unanticipated challenges. While our entire organization and volunteers have worked hard to bring you this production, unforeseen circumstances resulted in the early end of…
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National Action: Activists connect prisoner abuses from California to the Gaza Strip, hold rallies and collect signatures
Friday, October 7 Chicago, IL: Israeli Consulate, 111 East Wacker Dr. 8:30am San Francisco, CA: Montgomery St. BART Station, 456 Montgomery St. 8:30am New York City, NY: Liberty Park Square. 6:00pm (Chicago, IL; San Francisco, CA; NY, NY) Palestinians, Jews, and prisoner solidarity activists of all backgrounds are responding to calls from Palestine to support…
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Sept. 26-30: DC Palestinian Film and Arts Festival
The DC Palestinian Film and Arts Festival (DC-PFAF) is a volunteer-run project organized by the DC chapter of the US Palestinian Community Network (USPCN-DC) in Washington, DC to showcase the work of Palestinian filmmakers and artists. It is the first effort of its kind in DC to shine the spotlight solely on Palestinian filmmakers. Please…
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New York City: Durban +10 Commemoration, September 19-21
The week of September 19th and all the activities engaging the 10th Commemoration of the World Conference Against Racism (WCAR) and the Durban Declaration and Programme of Action (DDPA) is rapidly approaching. USPCN is a member of the Durban+10 Coalition, a peoples’ initiative to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Durban conference. Download the flyer…
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US Palestinian Community Network’s response to the Palestinian Authority September statehood bid
For Immediate Release US Palestinian Community Network’s response to the Palestinian Authority September statehood bid الترجمة العربية تتبع Media contact: Andrew Dalack Email: [email protected] Telephone: 734-645-6860 August 27, 2011 In recent months, the Palestinian Authority has been intensifying diplomatic efforts to declare statehood at the United Nations. Wasting no avenue, the PA has been seeking…
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Take Action: Open the Rafah Crossing Permanently and Unconditionally
Take action: OPEN THE RAFAH CROSSING PERMANENTLY AND UNCONDITIONALLY A deadly siege on 1.6 million people living in Gaza has been imposed by Israel since 2006. It was partially and momentarily lifted when the revolutionary Egyptian movement ousted Hosni Mubarak and made clear that emancipation and the freedom of Palestine were joint and connected goals.…