Activism
Land convoy sets out from Libya as part of Gaza flotilla effort
Two hundred participants from 25 different countries are participating in the convoy, riding in the 20 mobile homes, 7 ambulance or medical transport vehicles, and other locomotives.
Dozens of ships set sail from Turkey as Gaza flotilla tries second blockade run
Brazilian activist claims torture during detention in Israel after flotilla interception
Gaza flotilla activists deported from Israel after week-long detention
Yemeni-Swedish journalist defies death threats, champions Jewish-gay rights
“I had a crazy journey of awakening and enlightenment. De-radicalization is a rough process, and I’m extremely pleased that I cleansed myself of the antisemitism I grew up with,” Ahmed stated.
American-Israeli rabbi and human rights activist indicted for obstructing soldiers in West Bank
Ascherman was charged with two counts of violating the law that requires citizens to allow public servants to perform their duties without harassment, plus one count of assault.
Iranian opposition figure to arrive in Israel and speak at Knesset
Vahid Beheshti, an independent journalist and Iranian human rights activist based in London, completed a 72-day hunger strike followed by a sit-in last month.
The Native Americans who back Israel against Hamas
Meet Native American activists who support Israel in its ongoing war with Hamas.
How watermelon got on Jenn Garner’s daughter’s sweatshirt as a Palestinian nationalism symbol
The group took offense at the map — meant to display the shape of Palestine — saying that it “erases the entire country of Israel.”
Misha Avramoff, a champion of Jewish education and New York’s poor
Misha dedicated his life to the Jewish world, combining the work of social service with social action.
Climate activists unite for release of Gaza hostages on Human Rights Day
On the 75th International Human Rights Day, climate change representatives from 25 organizations united to advocate for human rights and social justice for those held captive in Gaza.
In pictures: Jewish activist captures hate at London pro-Palestinian march
Metropolitan Police confirmed they made 13 arrests and are still seeking the identities of many more.
Tens of thousands of Jews descend on Washington ahead of pro-Israel rally
Tuesday’s march, organized by a big tent of pro-Israel and Jewish groups, is expected to draw crowds in the tens of thousands.
Ady Barkan, healthcare activist who fought Lou Gehrig’s disease, dies at 39
In 2017, as a new father given just years to live, he literally threw his body into action, protesting Republican initiatives at the U.S. Capitol, crisscrossing the country and raising millions.
