WATCH: Mehra Rimer, co-founder of our partner B8 Of Hope delivers a powerful TEDx charting her own personal story, and how it is intertwined with those of many leaders from ALLMEP members such as Parents Circle, Combatants for Peace, and more.
To the mothers of Palestine and Israel
by Robi DamelinBereaved Israeli motherParents Circle – Families Forum August 7, 2022 Here is what I say to the mothers of Palestine and Israel: We may not speak the same language, we do not share equal privilege. We do not both live under occupation. One thing, however, is unequivocally true. We share the same love … Continue reading To the mothers of Palestine and Israel
Standing with Bardala
Bereaved members and program alumni in conversationwith Palestinian members of the Bardala community (all photos by Eyal Rozin) by Mohammad al-BawPalestinian Community Relations ManagerParents Circle – Families Forum Learn more about our campaign to stand in solidarity with Palestinian communities affected by settler violence Bereaved Israeli and Palestinian members of the Parents Circle and our … Continue reading Standing with Bardala
The Conflict Cannot Wait
Bereaved Parents Circle members pay their respects to the family of Palestinian journalist, Shireen Abu Aqleh, slain by Israeli soldiers by Yuval Rahamim and Osama AbuayyashBereaved members and co-DirectorsParents Circle – Families Forum July 14, 2022 Under normal times, the visit of the President of the United States, Joe Biden, was supposed to be a … Continue reading The Conflict Cannot Wait
“I spoke to the UN Security Council’s hearts today” – Robi Damelin
https://youtu.be/_WG8-3oKm_s “There is hope. I can tell all of you here that if there is no hope, there will never be peace. It is a remarkably important part of the peace seeking equation.” –Robi Damelin, bereaved Israeli mother, briefing the UN Security Council Today, I was invited by the U.S. Delegate to the United Nations … Continue reading “I spoke to the UN Security Council’s hearts today” – Robi Damelin
Paying our respects to Shireen Abu Aqleh’s family
https://youtu.be/v_qX3UTw0rw Robi Damelin, bereaved Israeli mother and Parents Circle member, addressing Dr. Tony Abu Aqleh, brother of slain Palestinian journalist Shireen Abu Aqleh, and other members of the Abu Aqleh family. A delegation of bereaved Israeli and Palestinian members of the Parents Circle – Families Forum met with the family of the late journalist Shireen … Continue reading Paying our respects to Shireen Abu Aqleh’s family
“For me, Nakba Day is today and every day”
On May 15th, Palestinians recognize Nakba Day, a commemoration of the Nakba (Arabic for catastrophe). This day is held to remember the destruction, forced displacement, and loss of life that occurred in 1948 following the creation of the State of Israel, and the devastation that continues to happen to this day due to the occupation. … Continue reading “For me, Nakba Day is today and every day”
United in grief: the Jewish and Palestinian parents who are pleading for peace | The JC
Bereaved Palestinian and Israeli families have told the JC of their shared determination to work together for peace as fallen soldiers and victims of terror are remembered on Yom HaZikaron. They are part of the Parents Circle-Families Forum (PCFF), a joint Israeli-Palestinian organisation.
Statement on violence in Israel and Palestine
I’m watching the news and horrified to learn of more needless, senseless deaths. More bereaved. More unbelievable pain. More families grieving for loved ones. It is incredibly devastating. I am also aware that the shooting in Tel Aviv tonight, like the recent acts of violence in Israel over the past month, did not take … Continue reading Statement on violence in Israel and Palestine
Webinar – Special Briefing: U.S. Ambassador to Israel, Tom Nides, in conversation with bereaved Israeli and Palestinian peacemakers
Recording available Special Briefing: US Ambassador to Israel Tom Nides, in Conversation with Bereaved Israeli and Palestinian Peacemakers https://youtu.be/96da9kDG7F0 On April 13, we hosted a special briefing webinar with the new U.S. Ambassador to Israel, Tom Nides, who shared with us his vision and aspiration on the way forward to peace between Israelis and Palestinians. … Continue reading Webinar – Special Briefing: U.S. Ambassador to Israel, Tom Nides, in conversation with bereaved Israeli and Palestinian peacemakers
