Perhaps the hardest part: starting conversations with people around you. At the dinner table, at work, or with friends. Not to argue, but to create space for questions, doubt, and empathy. Many people simply know little about the history and reality of Palestine. By calmly…
#DonateButGoals
Giving money can sometimes feel distant, but in emergency situations, it's often the most direct thing you can do. For a few euros, you can buy medicine, a food parcel, or school supplies. The difference lies in where you donate. Choose organizations that are active on the ground, such as UNRWA or the Palestine Children's…
#LocaleStrachtGereldseZorg
Not everyone can travel to Gaza to help—and that's fine. Numerous local organizations in the Netherlands make humanitarian aid possible. Think of the Red Cross, Save the Children, or smaller migrant networks that organize their own initiatives. Volunteers are often desperately needed: someone who…
#MusicForPeace
There's something special about music: it transcends language and politics. Projects like Musicians Without Borders have been working in Palestine for years to give young people hope and connection through music. And from the Netherlands, you can support them by attending their concerts, making donations, or simply supporting their work.
#LobbyForHumanRights
It sometimes seems like politics is far away, but every letter or email to a representative really resonates. Politicians keep track of how many messages they receive on a topic. And the more voices, the harder it is to ignore. So write an email to your MP, sign an Amnesty petition, or...
#VrijeAcademieNetwerk
You might think: I'm not an activist, I'm just an ordinary student or professional. That's precisely why your voice can make a difference. Universities and colleges in the Netherlands are connected to international networks. By participating in academic boycott campaigns or making your voice heard within your program, you can…
#BoycotWithConsciousness
Every time you check out, you're voting for something. It might sound small, but conscious shopping can be a huge force when combined. Think of the boycott movement against apartheid in South Africa – it worked. Today, we have apps like "No Thanks" or "Boycat" that help you see which…
#WriteForPalestine
A pen can sometimes hit harder than a stone. Newspapers and news websites are full of opinions, and many of them are one-sided. That's precisely why it's valuable when ordinary people—you, me, your neighbor—write a letter or opinion piece. Share what you see, what you feel, what you think…
#SupportWithStrongVoice
What you share on social media might seem like a drop in the ocean. But all those drops together form a stream. By following and sharing Palestinian voices—writers, activists, journalists—you help spread their stories. Their messages often only reach the…
#RedLineOfSolidarity
Sometimes there's nothing more powerful than simply standing somewhere. Last June, I was in The Hague at the "Red Line" demonstration: thousands of people wearing red, a human chain that snaked through the city. It felt like we were literally drawing a line against injustice together. You don't have to be the loudest…
