International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People

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International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People Facts & Quotes

• In 1947, the U.N General Assembly adopted resolution 181, also known as the Partition Resolution. This resolution aimed to establish an independent Jewish state, Palestine, and an independent Arab state, Israel. Palestine has since been recognized by 138 U.N members and has achieved non-member observer status in the U.N.
• There are over 7 million Palestinians living in exile according to the Palestine Solidarity Campaign. Many reside in refugee camps in Lebanon, Syria, and Jordan.
• The decades-long Palestinian struggle for self-determination, Independence and a life of dignity faces numerous obstacles - U.N Secretary-General Antonio Guterres

International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People Top Events and Things to Do

• Volunteer at or donate to the Palestine Solidarity Campaign to help Palestinians. It is the largest UK organization working in support of justice and human rights for Palestinians.
• Explore a timeline of Palestine's history. Visit Timeline for more details.
• Watch a film depicting the Palestinian struggle. Our suggestions:
  Nacido en Gaza (2014)
  Broken Cameras (2012)
  The Time That Remains (2009)

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