Events to support your work for social change this September

Join us for webinars that inform and support your activism. Photo: AFSC Dear Friend, For decades, AFSC has worked to realize a just and lasting peace in Palestine and Israel. This month we have many ways for you to hear from Palestinian leaders about their struggles. We also want to let you know about a special opportunity to [win a chance to meet Joan Baez—and support AFSC!]( Joan Baez wants to fly one lucky winner and their guest to New York City to meet her at an exclusive screening of her new documentary “Joan Baez I Am a Noise.” The more you donate, the more entries you earn for a chance to win. [Learn more.](   [Tonya Histand headshot] Tonya Histand Director of Public Engagement   Upcoming Events [Barriers to Meeting the Critical Needs of Gaza’s Elderly]( Sept. 12, 12 p.m. ET / 9 a.m. PT In Gaza, more than 2 million Palestinians live under Israel’s military blockade—and the effects are devastating. People face high unemployment, insufficient access to clean water and electricity, a deteriorating health care system, and many other challenges. To learn more, join AFSC and Issam Younis, director General of Al Mezan, the Center for Human Rights in Gaza, in this webinar. We’ll discuss how the blockade has resulted in a humanitarian crisis and how we can advocate for change. [No Way to Treat a Child campaign webinar]( Sept. 19, 12 p.m. ET / 9 a.m. PT Please join our monthly webinar from AFSC and Defense for Children International - Palestine on advocacy for Palestinian rights. In Palestine, students living under Israeli military occupation face daily challenges. In parts of the West Bank, schools are often located near Israeli military training zones, where Israeli forces fire live ammunition, tear gas, stun grenades, and other weapons. And in the last few years, Israeli authorities have intensified their efforts to demolish Palestinian schools. Join this webinar to learn more about the issues facing Palestinian students and how you can advocate for their right to education. [“Light in Gaza” book tour]( Oct. 1 - Oct. 13 Are you in Portland, Seattle, San Diego, or the San Francisco Bay area? If so, join AFSC in person for a conversation with Palestinian author Yousef Aljamal, a contributor to our anthology "Light in Gaza: Writings Born of Fire." He'll share stories of Palestinians in Gaza living under Israeli blockade and what we can do to support their efforts for freedom, dignity, and rights. [SEE EVENTS]( American Friends Service Committee 1501 Cherry Street Philadelphia, PA 19102 United States | [Donate]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram |]( [News]( If you believe you received this message in error or wish to no longer receive email from us, please [unsubscribe](.