Students for Justice in Palestine at University of Maryland

WE WILL NOT BE SILENT - VOICES FOR JUSTICE Friday Dec. 4th 2009 7-9 p.m. Colony Ballroom - Stamp Student Union - Univ. of Maryland Featuring: Remi Kanazi, Henry Mills, Nurideen Bashir, Tala Abu Rahmeh, Head-Roc, and Seif Ammus "We Will Not Be Silent: Voices for Justice" will be a night of performances featuring various artists including local and student performers to showcase their works, music, and art to convey a message towards everlasting peace and justice in the world, centering on a hopeful and peaceful future. Their work does not necessarily focus just on the Palestinian/Israeli conflict but also is open to all injustices and campaigns for peace, especially that of traditionally indigenous and marginalized communities from all corners of the world. UMD Students for Justice in Palestine presents a night of musical expression and powerful words, bringing people together to represent different voices that are standing up for justice, awareness, peace, and self-determina...

Come out next Monday 10/26 for a special screening of the compelling documentary : : OCCUPATION101! Where: University of Maryland - Art Sociology - Room 2230 When: MONDAY 10/26 @ 6 p.m. Here is more information about the documentary : A thought-provoking and powerful documentary film on the current and historical root causes of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Unlike any other film ever produced on the conflict -- 'Occupation 101' presents a comprehensive analysis of the facts and hidden truths surrounding the never ending controversy and dispels many of its long-perceived myths and misconceptions. The film also details life under Israeli military rule, the role of the United States in the conflict, and the major obstacles that stand in the way of a lasting and viable peace. The roots of the conflict are explained through first-hand on-the-ground experiences from leading Middle East scholars, peace activists, journalists, religious leaders and humanitarian workers whose voic...

If you haven't heard already Students for Justice in Palestine @ UMD will be having an absolutely fascinating event tomorrow! Here are more details and we hope to see you all there!! Jewish Voices For Peace : Israelis and Jews Striving for Justice in Palestine Jimenez Building Room 0220 University of Maryland @ 6 p.m. Featuring speakers: Jesse Hochheiser, a member of Ta'ayush (Life in Common) a Jewish-Arab partnership, and Shelley Fudge of Jewish Voices for Peace and CodePink will be coming to UMD to share their experiences and reflections as Jews who are taking action against the occupation and the injustice the Palestinian people face. This event is sponsored by: UMD Students for Justice in Palestine, Jewish Voice for Peace, CODEPINK Women for Peace, Organization of Arab Students, Muslim Students Association, Muslim Women of Maryland, Students for a Democratic Society (SDS) http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=146293649800&index=1