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| National March for Palestine Saturday 15 February at 12 noon Assemble in Whitehall, marching to the US Embassy. No to Ethnic Cleansing / Stop Arming Israel https://x.com/PSCupdates/status/1885267092997382461 We will have the UK-Palestine Mental Health Network banner at the march. We will assemble at 12 noon on the south-west corner of Parliament Square next to the statue of Nelson Mandela. All are welcome to join us and meet other members of the Network. UKPALMHN Solidarity Space Next meeting: Monday 17 February at 1pm (UK time) This is an open space where people exchange their emotional responses with a view to remaining resilient amidst a constant stream of distressing news. Please write to ukpalmhn@gmail.com if you would like a link to this meeting. You may want to look at this short video before the meeting #SickFromGenocide https://www.instagram.com/reel/DEgQGsBM304/?igsh=YWI2NHN6cWR4MDFm Psychologists Against Genocide seeks founding members Dear Colleagues, Ceasefire is not the end of the story of the genocide being paid for by our tax dollars. I learned in a meeting of Doctors Against Genocide that it appears that the Israeli military is now targeting children, hospitals, and our health care colleagues working in the West Bank, and that may well evolve as the next front in the genocidal endeavor against Palestine. The hospital in Jenin has been targeted; doctors have been shot in their cars as they approach the hospital and no one is able to leave the hospital, as it seems snipers are ready to shoot anyone who exits. Psychologists For Social Responsibility steering committee approved the development of a section for Psychologists Against Genocide. Several of us have already committed to joining the new group. My own vision for this group is that we will demonstrate the courage to be named as we stand against genocide everywhere and that we will be clear that we will not leave any targeted psychologists alone and unsupported. If you wish to consider joining as a founding member, please let me know. Alice Locicero alice.locicero@gmail.com Why Israel cannot tolerate Palestinian expressions of joy, anger and grief An opinion piece in Middle East Eye by UK-Palestine Mental Health Network Steering Group member Gwyn Daniel The attempt to quash displays of emotion that challenge the oppressors is deeply embedded in a racist and dehumanising worldview https://www.middleeasteye.net/opinion/israel-suppresses-palestinian-prisoners-public-display-emotions-why Palestine Today and the State of Mental Health This is a recent, hour-long, in-depth interview with Dr Samah Jabr, Former Head of Mental Health Unit, Palestinian Ministry of Health. The interviewer asks some rather naive questions (possibly by design) and it is interesting to see how Dr Jabr responds to these. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LCSFRaxWa8 Every moment of inaction means more Palestinians are killed”: Medical Aid for Palestinians demands immediate action as attacks on the West Bank surge Israeli military violence is intensifying in the occupied West Bank, particularly in Jenin and Tulkarem refugee camps, resulting in widespread destruction of infrastructure, Palestinian killings, mass forced displacement, and severe restrictions on access to medical care. https://www.map.org.uk/news/archive/post/1700-aevery-moment-of-inaction-means-more-palestinians-are-killeda-map-demands-immediate-action-as-attacks-on-the-west-bank-surge Inflicting harm and denying care” in the West Bank: MSF report on escalation of attacks and obstructions of healthcare According to a recent report by Médecins Sans Frontières / Doctors without Borders’ the escalation of violence in the West Bank has severely hindered access to healthcare and is part of a pattern of systemic oppression by Israel, which has been described by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) as amounting to racial segregation and apartheid. https://www.msf.org/%E2%80%9Cinflicting-harm-and-denying-care%E2%80%9D-west-bank-msf-report-escalation-attacks-and-obstructions Israel’s all-war on the Palestinian people since 7 Oct. 2023 includes the West Bank Settler Violence = State Violence A 5-minute video from Israel’s leading human rights organisation. https://www.btselem.org/video/20250202_israels_all_war_on_the_palestinian_people_since_7_oct_2023_includes_the_west_bank#full NHS staff barred from workplace for considering Palestine demonstration An investigation found the pair had no case to answer and that the trust had breached its own disciplinary policy. Two NHS professionals were investigated and barred from their workplace for expressing interest in organising a peaceful protest in support of Palestine during their lunch break. https://www.theguardian.com/society/2025/feb/09/nhs-staff-barred-from-workplace-for-considering-palestine-demonstration In Gaza, as reality sets in, the joy of homecoming begins to fade As Palestinians return to what remains of their homes, they find that they are no longer the places they left behind, because the ones they love the most are gone. https://mondoweiss.net/2025/02/in-gaza-as-reality-sets-in-the-joy-of-homecoming-begins-to-fade/ Screening of the Palestinian film To A Land Unknown After selling out 3 times at the London Palestine Film Festival 2024, To A Land Unknown is screening in cinemas across the UK from the Friday 14 February. Locations, dates and times are available at this link: https://mailchi.mp/5bd1f1dc0d1b/save-the-date-london-palestine-film-festival-12764279 BOYCOTT, DIVESTMENT AND SANCTIONS (BDS)A founding aim of the UK-Palestine Mental Health Network is to “encourage our colleagues individually and collectively to consider their response to the Palestinian call for boycott, sanctions and divestment (BDS).”  From the Palestinian-led Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions movement https://bdsmovement.net/Guide-to-BDS-Boycott EVENTS The events listing has been moved to its own page on our website. https://ukpalmhn.com/events/ The page is fully up to date featuring a range of inspiring events including a classical music concert in a church raising funds for a community development organisation in Gaza, and a whole day conference organised by The Palestinian Return Centre. The comments section of this page is open. If you are organising a relevant event that you would like to be listed on the Events page then please leave the details in a comment: Title, Date, Time (UK or other), Location (online, in-person or both), Brief Description, Link to register. Comments are moderated in accordance with our Content Moderation Policy before posting so your comment will not be immediately visible. We particularly welcome news about events taking place outside of London. ACTIONS You can find an up to date list of actions including petitions, letter writing and social media campaigns on the dedicated Actions page on our website: https://ukpalmhn.com/gaza-crisis/ How to keep defending Palestine after the ceasefire From Dr. Samah Jabr, Former Head of Mental Health Unit, Palestinian Ministry of Health The fight for justice in Palestine doesn’t end with a ceasefire—it only shifts its form. Here’s how we can continue: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/samah-jabr-25509883_how-to-keep-defending-palestine-after-the-activity-7285238091311714304-Sy5a FEATURED ACTION: SICK FROM GENOCIDE The International Consortium of the Palestine Mental Health Networks and Doctors Against Genocide (https://doctorsagainstgenocide.org) have united in support of the Sick from Genocide campaign. The Emotional Toll of Witnessing Genocide and the Power of Unity is a powerful statement about the background to this campaign. https://www.pgmhn.org/statements/the-emotional-toll-of-witnessing-genocide-and-the-power-of-unity 1. Global social media campaign Monday 17 February to Friday 21 February Throughout the week, we will share powerful content developed by Doctors Against Genocide. We invite you to show solidarity by updating your Instagram logos, sharing campaign materials, and displaying a visual statement of support. (More details to follow). 2. Global “Sick from Genocide” Day Wednesday 19 February DAG and the Palestine Mental Health Networks declare a global day of action. We encourage individuals and organizations to participate in ways that align with their advocacy efforts. Sick Day Protest: Take a sick day—we are sick from genocide. 3. Symposium Friday 21 February a 2pm (UK time) A symposium featuring expert panellists discussing the impact of genocide on mental health. This will be an opportunity to share experiences, build resilience, and learn practical skills for coping. If you are interested in joining, please complete this form and we will send you additional information. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScAjfXPK_NaUK5fBlqBgZXkFhOA9kEnfbkENrOysD3fiP888w/viewform 4. Surveys The Chile-Palestine, Palestine-Global, and South Africa-Palestine Mental Health Networks have created two surveys to understand how the genocide in Palestine is affecting the health and well-being of those witnessing it. These surveys are based on symptoms commonly linked to vicarious trauma and those identified in Sick from Genocide, a campaign by Doctors Against Genocide. Impact of the Genocide in Palestine on Health and Well-being (Based on Sick from Genocide) https://forms.gle/ZHYHJdpVNEW3PCmu5 Impact of the Genocide in Palestine on Mental Health Professionals https://forms.gle/AqFYHv8tF5hAqBHbA Your participation helps: Show how deeply the crisis impacts people worldwide. Bring awareness to the urgent mental health implications. Inform advocacy and support efforts. 5. Need support? 5a) Mental health professionals worldwide are offering one free consultation session. To access this service, email info@pgmhn.org with the subject line “ Sick from Genocide.” 5b) UKPALMHN Solidarity Space Monday 17 February at 1pm (UK time) (and every Monday at this time) This is an open space where people exchange their emotional responses with a view to remaining resilient amidst a constant stream of distressing news. Zoom link: Please contact ukpalmhn@gmail.com if you would like a link to this meeting. You may want to look at this short video before the meeting #SickFromGenocide https://www.instagram.com/reel/DEgQGsBM304/?igsh=YWI2NHN6cWR4MDFm The UK-Palestine Mental Health Network is one of 24 national mental health networks working under the umbrella of the Palestinian-led Palestine-Global Mental Health Network.The Global-Mental Health Network has recntly grown from 19 to 24 member countries and here is the new mega-logo!  Palestine, Algeria, Australia, Canada Chile Belgium, Brasil Egypt France Germany, Greece, Indonesia, Iraq Ireland, Italy, Jordan, Lebanon, Netherlands, South Africa, Sweden, Tunisia, Türkiye, United Kingdom, United States |
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