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| UKPALMHN Solidarity Space Monday 21 July 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. National March for Palestine Saturday 19 July – Assemble 12 noon at Embankment station As our government seeks to repress the movement for Palestine, and Israel continues to commit genocide in Gaza, it is more important than ever that we continue to show solidarity with Palestine and pressure our government to #StopArmingIsrael. Join us as we march in London for Palestine once more. https://palestinecampaign.org/events/national-march-for-palestine-stop-starving-gaza/  On the final day of #FASTFORGAZA on Monday 14 July, fasters and supporters marched from Parliament to the Foreign Office to deliver a letter of protest. The letter calls for: “The resumption of food provision by the regular agencies which have a proven success record in effectively delivering aid”. It is signed in the name of the four UK-Palestine Mental Health Network Steering Group members and more than 100 activists who took part in the fast. Letter delivered to David Lammy: https://ukpalmhn.com/resources/letter-to-foreign-secretary-14-july-2025/ 3-minute video of fasters and supporters delivering the letter, including a summary at the end of the Fast by Gwyn Daniel: https://ukpalmhn.com/resources/delivery-of-fast-for-gaza-letter-to-foreign-secretary/ FAST FOR GAZA – SUMMARY AND FEEDBACK The Fast for Gaza concluded on Monday 14 July with participants marching from Parliament to the Foreign Office, delivering a letter demanding the resumption of UNRWA aid and the dismantling of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation. Participants and supporters overwhelmingly praised the event, highlighting renewed commitment, solidarity, and emotional support across diverse religious and secular communities. The public response was largely positive, notably aided by a scroll displaying the names of Gazans killed on July 2nd, which effectively attracted attention and facilitated meaningful conversations. Twelve MPs and two Lords visited the demonstration, underscoring its political visibility. Although symbolic, the fast significantly boosted solidarity, communicated strong support to people in Gaza, and inspired similar events, including a planned fast in Glasgow in early August. The organisers encourage further local actions and urge continued advocacy through MPs.Read the full report here: https://ukpalmhn.com/resources/fast-for-gaza-final-report/ A large selection of photos and videos from Fast for Gaza bearing witness to the outrage and commitment of activists and supporters is available on this page: https://ukpalmhn.com/resources/fast-for-gaza/ “A moment amongst the horror to feel the warmth and comradeship of our group. And it was truly an honour and privilege to spend the day with you.” “Let us fight for Gaza as we have never fought before.” “The other pleasing feedback came from the frequent ‘crocodiles’ of schoolchildren who would invariably, on seeing us, start shouting en masse: ‘Free Palestine!’” Cafe Palestine: Listen to Gaza A live link-up with mental health workers in Gaza, organised jointly by the UK-Palestine Mental Health Network and the Palestine Trauma Centre (UK), took place on Saturday 12 July. There will be a full report about this meeting in the next mailing. Mental health in Gaza: a war on babies, children and families Source: Britain Palestine Project Date: Video and podcast of event that took place on 10 July The recording features child psychotherapist Teresa Bailey, discussing the profound psychological impact of the Gaza conflict on infants, children and families, as presented via the Britain Palestine Project. The programme explores intergenerational trauma and disrupted childhood development amidst ongoing violence. https://britainpalestineproject.org/mental-health/ Arabic language book group discussing “Incarcerated Childhood and the Politics of Unchilding” by Professor Nadera Shalhoub-Kervorkian Source: USA-Palestine Mental Health Network Date: The Arabic language group will have six 90-minutes sessions on Sundays: 21 September – 26 October 12:30-2:00 pm (Eastern time) / 5:30-7:00 pm (UK) To deepen our understanding of “unchilding” and inspire people across the mental health community and beyond to act to stop the atrocities committed by the State of Israel, we are hosting reading/discussion groups about Incarcerated Childhood and the Politics of Unchilding by Professor Nadera Shalhoub-Kervorkian (Cambridge University Press, 2019). The book centres the lived experiences of Palestinian children through their own words and the words of their parents. Many of the experiences are unspeakable and the author documents how memories of violations reside in embodied forms, transcending generations within Palestinian families. [..] https://mailchi.mp/187e9cd98da5/arabic-language-group-for-incarcerated-childhood-and-the-politics-of-unchilding-fall-41805 Jeff Halper’s July 2025 update – we’re in the end game Source: ICAHD (Committee Against House Demolitions) Date: 9 July This ICAHD update assesses the intensifying situation in Israel-Palestine, warning that the conflict has reached a critical “endgame” stage. It analyses geopolitical dynamics, including how developments like proposed “humanitarian cities” mask deeper strategies of displacement. https://icahd.org/2025/07/09/jeff-halpers-july-2025-update-were-in-the-end-game/ At Hague Group Emergency Summit, 30+ Nations Seek to “Halt the Genocide in Gaza” Host nation Colombia’s deputy foreign minister said participants “will not only reaffirm their commitment to opposing genocide, but also formulate concrete steps to move from words to collective action.” https://www.commondreams.org/news/hague-group-summit-colombia ACTIONSOur Featured Action is available below and also on our dedicated Actions page. In the past 4 weeks we have added 7 new, relevant actions to our Action page. https://ukpalmhn.com/gaza-crisis/ FEATURED ACTION Francesca Albanese urges users to boycott airbnb and Booking.com https://www.instagram.com/reel/DL-Qf1ExGIG/ EVENTS Our Events page is updated weekly with events related to Palestine and mental health. As of 16 July, there are 10 up to date events listed. https://ukpalmhn.com/events/ The myth of anti‑racism in British mental health care Source: Healing Justice LDN Date: 22 July This online event launches a research project investigating how Palestinian solidarity is marginalised within British mental health care. Speakers will explore racism in institutions, training, and therapy, spotlighting voices usually silenced. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-myth-of-anti-racism-in-british-mental-health-care-online-tickets-1441078146529 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).” Unite union votes for Israel arms embargo Source: Novaramedia Date: Monday 14 July Unite, one of the largest trade unions in the UK, has voted to support members who refuse to build, handle or transport weapons destined for Israel and for a full arms embargo on Israel. Unite’s policy conference passed a statement which commits the union to support worker-led campaigns to boycott the handling of Israeli goods, as well as campaigns for divestment from Israeli companies. The passage of the statement constitutes a breakthrough for pro-Palestine campaigners within the union. https://novaramedia.com/2025/07/14/unite-votes-for-israel-arms-embargo/ Top Economists Back Francesca Albanese’s Report on the ‘Economy of Genocide’ in Gaza Source: Zeteo Date: 7 July Former Greek Finance Minister Yanis Varoufakis, French economist Thomas Piketty, and others join open letter supporting Albanese amid US calls to remove her as the UN special rapporteur on Palestine. https://zeteo.com/p/exclusive-top-economists-back-francesca Italian supermarket chain Coop switches Israeli products for Gaza Cola https://www.instagram.com/p/DLXkZQntskw/ |
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