Palestine Solidarity

This is a working group of IPAN aimed at assisting the current people's movements around Australia in support of the Palestinian people. Contact palestinewg.ipan@gmail.com. Please consider joining IPAN!

This is the time to observe international law, to cooperate and unify for future generations to survive.

SANCTION ISRAEL NOW!

Our Position

Since UNGA Resolution 181 of 29 November 1947 established the partition of Palestine and the creation of the state of Israel, the Palestinian people have been subject to ethnic cleansing, discrimination and apartheid policies by Israel. Since the events of 7 October 2023, they have been subject to overt genocide in Gaza and slow(er) genocide in the West Bank. Lebanon has been subject to attacks due to their support for the Palestinians, with an invasion of southern Lebanon and thousands killed.

We support:

An end to the occupation of Palestinian territories
Recognition of Palestinian rights under international law
Accountability for war crimes, genocide and violations of human rights
A just and lasting peace based on equality and dignity
Australian government action to support Palestinian rights

What We're Calling For

Sanctions on people or companies complicit in the Israeli occupation and human rights violations
An immediate end to all military cooperation with Israel
Support for UN resolutions on Palestinian rights
Urgent massive humanitarian aid for Gaza and other Palestinian communities

Coming Events and Actions

Click here to see the Australia Palestine Advocacy Network (APAN) page for current events and actions for Palestine around Australia.

Melbourne Friends of Palestine events

Brisbane — Around 20 people were arrested at the rallies on 18th and 19th April against the repressive laws in QLD which have outlawed the slogans of 'From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free' and 'Globalise the intifada'. Support the legal fund for this campaign here.

Take Action

Contact your MP to demand support for Palestinian rights
Participate in solidarity rallies and events
Support the Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) movement
Educate others about the Palestinian struggle
Join IPAN and other solidarity organisations
Write a letter to your NSW MPs demanding their opposition to the Premier's proposed protest restrictions — coordinated by Palestinian Justice Movement Sydney

Palestine Solidarity — News and Articles

Australia must condemn Israeli attacks on Sumud Flotilla and stop being complicit in genocide — Media Release 3 May 2026 Media release from IPAN dated 3 May 2026 urging the Australian government to condemn Israeli attacks on the Sumud Flotilla and cease complicity in alleged Israeli actions against Palestinians.
Speech of Randa Abdel-Fattah accepting the Jerusalem Peace Prize in Melbourne, 10 April 2026 Speech by Randa Abdel-Fattah accepting the Jerusalem Peace Prize in Melbourne, reflecting on Palestine, solidarity, grief, responsibility and the obligations of witnessing.
Randa Abdel-Fattah and Louise Adler on the cost of speaking out in a time of division Podcast episode featuring Randa Abdel-Fattah and Louise Adler discussing the challenges of speaking out on Palestinian issues and Muslim Australian experiences, recorded at the Constellations: Not Writers' Week event in Adelaide.
Australia Palestine Advocacy Network (APAN) — events and actions APAN events and actions page listing Palestine advocacy activities, campaigns and public opportunities for supporters across Australia to take action.
Melbourne Friends of Palestine Facebook group for Melbourne Friends of Palestine, sharing Palestine solidarity updates, community discussion, actions and local event information.
Palestine Justice Movement Sydney — podcast Linked resource about Palestine Justice Movement Sydney — podcast, provided as supporting information for the campaign.
Palestine Justice Movement Sydney — radio show Linked resource about Palestine Justice Movement Sydney — radio show, provided as supporting information for the campaign.
Free Dr Hussam Abu Safiya — Amnesty petition Amnesty International petition calling for the immediate and unconditional release of Dr Hussam Abu Safiya and other arbitrarily detained Palestinian health workers by Israeli authorities.
Justice for Palestine Legal Defence Fund (Brisbane) Fundraising campaign on Chuffed supporting legal defence against Queensland's new hate speech laws to protect freedom of speech for Palestine solidarity advocates.
Watch: 'Settler colonialism' — event with UN Rapporteur Francesca Albanese, Lana Tatour, Henry Reynolds and Chris Sidoti Video recording or livestream page for Watch: 'Settler colonialism' — event with UN Rapporteur Francesca Albanese, Lana Tatour, Henry Reynolds and Chris Sidoti, provided as supporting campaign material.
Randa Abdel-Fattah and Louise Adler on the cost of speaking out in a time of division (Adelaide Town Hall, 1 March 2026) Event listing for a 1 March 2026 Adelaide Town Hall discussion with Randa Abdel-Fattah and Louise Adler on speaking out in divisive times.
Palestine Action Ban Unlawful, rules UK court Article criticising NSW protest restrictions and arguing that anti-protest laws undermine democratic rights, with relevance to Palestine solidarity organising.
NSW anti-protest laws were rushed through to keep the peace. They've failed — Ben Saul, SMH, 10 February 2026 Opinion article by Ben Saul arguing that NSW anti-protest laws were rushed through and have failed to resolve the tensions they targeted.
Gaza: the urgent need for rigour over rhetoric — Lancet correspondence, January 2026 Lancet correspondence arguing for rigorous evidence and careful analysis in public discussion of Gaza, civilian harm and humanitarian responsibility.
Blame, Grief and Responsibility after Bondi — George Browning, Pearls and Irritations, December 2025 Article by George Browning reflecting on blame, grief and responsibility after Bondi, with attention to public discourse around Palestine and antisemitism.
Hind Rajab film receives standing ovation at Venice Film Festival 2025 Article reporting the Venice Film Festival response to a film about Hind Rajab, highlighting cultural remembrance of Palestinian civilian suffering.

Palestine Solidarity — Associated Organisations

Australia Palestine Advocacy Network (APAN) APAN is a national Australian advocacy organisation supporting Palestinian rights through campaigning, education, community mobilisation and political engagement.
Australia Palestine Advocacy Network (APAN) — events and actions APAN events and actions page listing Palestine advocacy activities, campaigns and public opportunities for supporters across Australia to take action.
Melbourne Friends of Palestine Facebook group for Melbourne Friends of Palestine, sharing Palestine solidarity updates, community discussion, actions and local event information.
Australian Friends of Palestine Association (AFOPA) Linked resource about Australian Friends of Palestine Association (AFOPA), provided as supporting information for the campaign.
Jewish Council of Australia The Jewish Council of Australia is an organisation of Jewish academics and experts advocating for Palestinian freedom, opposing antisemitism and racism, and promoting justice through campaigns and public statements.
Hind Rajab Foundation — legal action against Israeli war crimes The Hind Rajab Foundation is an organisation campaigning for legal action against alleged Israeli war crimes in Gaza through international arrests and accountability efforts.
Jewish Council of Australia — Royal Commission on anti-semitism Jewish Council of Australia page concerning calls for a Royal Commission on antisemitism and public debate about racism, safety and civil rights.
BDS Movement — Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions BDS Movement is a Palestine solidarity campaign organisation advocating for boycott, divestment, and sanctions against companies and governments complicit in Israel’s occupation, apartheid, and alleged genocide.
Justice for Palestine Legal Defence Fund (Brisbane) Fundraising campaign on Chuffed supporting legal defence against Queensland's new hate speech laws to protect freedom of speech for Palestine solidarity advocates.

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