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Ideas to support Palestinian businesses and charities this Christmas

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restabove · 24/11/2023 16:07

Just a thought if you need ideas for Xmas gifts, here are a few Palestinian products you could buy this Christmas, that would also support Palestinians!

https://zaytoun.uk/ - lovely food gifts including extra virgin olive oil, dead sea bath salt, medjoul dates and more, all beautifully packaged

https://cafepalestina.co.uk/c/shop-palestinian-products - a selection of beautifully made pottery, food, soaps and more

https://www.palestinianproduce.co.uk/buy-online/ - lovely food and drink products

https://www.oneworldshop.co.uk/product-tag/palestine/ - more lovely books and food goods

https://shop.embraceme.org/collections/ceramics - pretty fair trade Palestinian ceramics

Donate (please do your own research but these are listed as trusted at this link: https://www.reddit.com/r/Palestine/comments/175hn8o/donating_to_support_palestinian_causes_trusted/

(more available at link above)

https://www.palestinercs.org/en - Palestinian Red Crescent - the primary humanitarian organisation in Palestine, they provide essential medical and emergency services.

UNRWA (United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Middle East): This United Nations agency delivers crucial services to Palestinian refugees in the Middle East. https://www.unrwa.org/who-we-are

The Palestinian Children's Relief Fund (PCRF): A non-profit, non-political organization providing medical and humanitarian assistance to Palestinian children in the Middle East. PCRF Website : https://www.pcrf.net/

Doctors Without Borders (Médecins Sans Frontières): Providing medical and psychological assistance to those affected by the ongoing conflict. Doctors Without Borders Website

Please feel free to list your ideas or other local Palestinian businesses, charities or product links below.

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Desertrose2023 · 29/11/2023 13:51

to clarify that’s not intended to put a dampener on things or discourage anyone from buying products as i think this is a brilliant thread and a really great way to sustainably support Palestine !

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restabove · 29/11/2023 13:51

@Desertrose2023 excellent point thank you!

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Desertrose2023 · 29/11/2023 13:50

All just a word of caution, please do basic due diligence before purchasing any products purporting to be Palestinian. Most of the links I’ve seen on here look pretty legitimate but it’s not unheard of for eg products originating from settlements to be passed off as Palestinian so worth you just do a quick google search before parting with your hard earned cash!

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restabove · 29/11/2023 12:15

https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/eu-says-no-evidence-aid-palestinians-going-hamas-2023-11-21/

BRUSSELS, Nov 21 (Reuters) - The European Union said on Tuesday a review of its development aid to Palestinians, ordered after the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel, found no evidence of funds going to the militant group and that its assistance would continue.

This includes money sent to UNRWA.

European Commission Executive Vice President Valdis Dombrovskis addresses a plenary session at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France June 13, 2023. REUTERS/Yves Herman

EU says no Palestinian aid going to Hamas, programmes to continue

The European Union said on Tuesday a review of its development aid to Palestinians, ordered after the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel, found no evidence of funds going to the militant group and that its assistance would continue.

https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/eu-says-no-evidence-aid-palestinians-going-hamas-2023-11-21

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restabove · 29/11/2023 12:03

Contrary to what eardefender has said, I've been really impressed with what I've seen from Finkelstein. However I understand why anyone defending Israeli govt would not be happy about sharing his views. Make your own mind up about him.

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eardefender · 29/11/2023 11:57

Beware of donating to UNWRA, they will shortly be under investigation of not already for their role in the conflict. What they knew about the hostages and their bases being used as military buildings like the schools and hospitals. Also for giving aid to Hamas when it was meant for civilians.

eardefender · 29/11/2023 11:54

Ohlalalalala · 24/11/2023 18:04

@restabove anything by Noam Chomsky, Ilan Pappé, Rashid Khalidi and Norman Finkelstein.

Norman Finkelstein is a crackpot who has been widely discredited for a very long time. He is absolutely hateful toward Israel and not a reasonable voice at all in this conflict. Just listen to him if you don't believe me. People can make up their own minds but anyone recommending him is seriously in the tin hat brigade.

stormy4319trevor · 29/11/2023 11:03

@AllWeWantToDo I think they are quite high in Magnesium, which is good to relieve stress. Forget the other properties, but all good stuff.

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restabove · 29/11/2023 09:52

@AllWeWantToDo glad they arrived, I may have to get some bath salts myself :)

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AllWeWantToDo · 29/11/2023 09:13

stormy4319trevor · 24/11/2023 17:39

The Olive oil is incredible, and the dead sea bath salts are lovely too.

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The stuff I ordered on the 24th arrived yesterday, the bath salts are lovely

ChickHenLittle · 27/11/2023 18:15

SnailBlazer · 26/11/2023 22:12

Just to mention that Cafe Palestina is genuine. We have work meals out there and it’s a proper restaurant!

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I wish I lived closer to go more often, it's been years since I visited London!

Ohlalalalala · 27/11/2023 06:35

SnailBlazer · 26/11/2023 22:12

Just to mention that Cafe Palestina is genuine. We have work meals out there and it’s a proper restaurant!

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Of course. I didn't mean all the shops. I meant the ones I linked to, especially those outside of the UK. Because I shared the links didn't mean I actually purchased from them. Just wanted to clarify 🙂

MovingAnxiety · 26/11/2023 22:57

stormy4319trevor · 24/11/2023 17:32

It isn't Christmas, and I know techno isn't everybody's cup of tea, but here's a link to my favourite Palestinian DJ's page. Biography — Sama' Abdulhadi (samaabdulhadi.com)

Wow. Techno is certainly my thing, thanks for this

lochmaree · 26/11/2023 22:16

thanks OP! going to order from one for my sister. :)

SnailBlazer · 26/11/2023 22:12

Ohlalalalala · 26/11/2023 19:10

Disclaimer: please check carefully before you buy as I am not familiar with most of the shops upthread although they all seem genuine.

Just to mention that Cafe Palestina is genuine. We have work meals out there and it’s a proper restaurant!

SnailBlazer · 26/11/2023 22:10

I really need to buy some dates. And don’t want to purchase the ones in M and S and Waitrose. But a lot of the ones mentioned on sites here are out of stock. Guess that’s a good thing if they are selling well!

Desertrose2023 · 26/11/2023 19:35

This is also a worthwhile initiative to support for anyone interested in helping the longer term prospects and opportunities for people in Gaza. It trains Palestinians in coding etc. and enables them to get jobs online with international companies.

https://gazaskygeeks.com/about/

Gaza Sky Geeks

GSG supports startups, gig economy workers, aspiring software developers, and champions diversity and inclusion. We work with global companies to scale their engineering teams with top-tier Palestinian tech talent and provide co-working services across...

https://gazaskygeeks.com/about/

Desertrose2023 · 26/11/2023 19:22

restabove · 26/11/2023 19:13

What a great resource thank you. Too many people being smeared and so on.

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Yes it’s terrible, advocacy for Palestine is being suppressed and even criminalized. People are having baseless accusations thrown at them just for speaking up against genocide and apartheid. The situation in Germany is particularly bad. Good that these types of organizations exist to help.

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restabove · 26/11/2023 19:13

Desertrose2023 · 26/11/2023 19:09

For anyone interested, this organization also provides free Legal Advice for those in Europe who have been penalized for speaking up for Palestinian rights

https://elsc.support/

What a great resource thank you. Too many people being smeared and so on.

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Ohlalalalala · 26/11/2023 19:12

Desertrose2023 · 26/11/2023 19:09

For anyone interested, this organization also provides free Legal Advice for those in Europe who have been penalized for speaking up for Palestinian rights

https://elsc.support/

Oh that's good, thanks for sharing.

Ohlalalalala · 26/11/2023 19:10

Disclaimer: please check carefully before you buy as I am not familiar with most of the shops upthread although they all seem genuine.

Desertrose2023 · 26/11/2023 19:09

For anyone interested, this organization also provides free Legal Advice for those in Europe who have been penalized for speaking up for Palestinian rights

https://elsc.support/

European Legal Support Center

The ELSC defends and empowers advocates for Palestine in Europe through legal means

https://elsc.support/

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restabove · 26/11/2023 19:08

Thankyou @Desertrose2023 they look great! Will def check out.

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