Thursday, June 30, 2011

Gaza Flotilla 2011: For more information



For more information about the 2011 Gaza "Ship of Fools" flotilla, visit our friends at Proisrael: everything you need to know about the Flotilla
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Another great site for Flotilla Information is Gaza Flotilla 101

The haters are already planning demonstrations and protest rallys: Lets hope the supporters of peace, freedom, democracy and Israel are planning equal and opposite responses:

California:

Los Angeles:
On the day following an attack (or boarding) of any ship in the Freedom Flotilla 2- Stay Human, we invite all people of conscience to gather outside the Israeli Consulate at 6380 Wilshire Blvd # 1700
Los Angeles, CA 90048-5071 at 5:00 pm UNLESS the news comes in before 7am PST and then we will gather that evening at 5pm.
Called in LA by BDS LA for Justice in Palestine, Jewish Voice for Peace and CODEPINK LA

San Francisco:
On the day following an attack (or boarding) of any ship in the Freedom Flotilla 2- Stay Human, we invite all people of conscience to gather outside the Israeli Consulate at 456 Montgomery St.,. San Francisco, Ca 94104 at 5:00 pm.
We also ask that Palestine solidarity groups and peace and justice groups spread this message across their membership through listservs, phone calls, and other forms of social media.

San Jose:
On the day following an attack (or boarding) of any ship in the flotilla we invite all people of conscience to gather outside the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Library (San Jose Public Library) in San Jose at 150 East San Fernando Street, San Jose, CA 95112 at 5:00 pm. We also ask that Palestine solidarity groups, and peace and justice groups spread this message across their membership through listservs, phone calls, and other forms of social media. It is of the utmost importance that this event has a large attendance; international pressure–especially from the United States–is a critical factor in preventing Israel from acting with impunity towards humanitarian activists. We all need to be prepared to act on shortnotice.

Illinois:

Chicago:
“Freedom Flotilla II – Stay Human: Chicago Emergency Response Network”
On the day following an attack (or boarding) of any ship in the flotilla we invite all people of conscience to gather outside the Israeli Consulate at 111 East Wacker Drive, Chicago at 5:00 pm. We also ask that peace and justice groups spread this message across their membership through listservs, phone calls, and other forms of social media. It is of the utmost importance that this event has a large attendance; international pressure—especially from the United States—is a critical factor in preventing Israel from acting with impunity towards humanitarian activists. We all need to be prepared to act on short notice.

Indiana:

Fort Wayne:
On the day of any attack (or boarding) of any boat in the flotilla to Gaza, we invite all people of conscience to gather outside the City county court house green in Fort Wayne at 700 N. Clinton Street. We also ask that Palestine solidarity groups, Peace and Justice groups spread the message. It is of the utmost importance that we get a presence so that media will cover it. We need to be prepared to act on short notice. Meet ups are taking place at Firefly coffee house as we speak to get the word out. If you want information on times for meet ups at coffee shop contact the person below.
ON THE DAY OF EMERGENCY..Meet in front of court house with signs/or use ours. Be ready to move on short notice. Meet within the hour after report of boarding or attack. Our government will need pressure to stop them from harming these precious, peaceful people.

New York:

Albany (Capital District):

Come to a demonstration to protest any violent attack on the flotilla – watch your e-mail for an announcement that our plan has been activated:
– When: From 5-6 PM on the day immediately following the report of an Israeli attack on any of the flotilla’s boats (before midnight our time).
– Where: The corner of Wolf Rd. and Central Ave.
Please bring a large print sign and if possible, your organization’s banner.
Sponsored by: Women Against War, the Palestinian Rights Committee, the Saratoga Peace Alliance, the Muslim Solidarity Committee, Bethlehem Neighbors for Peace, Project SALAM, Upper Hudson Peace Action, Vets for Peace, Guilderland Neighbors for Peace and Chatham Neighbors for Peace

New York City:

If there is an emergency with the U.S. Boat to Gaza and/or the Freedom Flotilla, we call on people of conscience to gather at 47th Street in Times Square. Depending on the time we hear about the emergency, we have developed the following schedule for everyone to turn out:
– At 5:00 pm if word goes out before 12 noon.
– At 5:00 pm the next day if word goes out after 12 noon.
– At 1:00 pm on Saturday if word goes out after noon on Friday or in the morning of Saturday.
– At 1:00 pm on Sunday if word goes out after noon on Saturday or in the morning of Sunday.
From Times Square, we will march to the Israeli Consulate at 42nd Street and Second Avenue. Depending on particular events, we may make stops at consulates or UN missions of other countries involved in the flotilla,as well as the offices of our congressional representatives and theU.S. State Department.

Ohio:

Athens:
On the day following an attack (or boarding) of any ship in the Gaza II flotilla we invite all people of conscience to gather outside of the Athens County Courthouse at 6 p.m. Again the day after such an attack or boarding. We also ask that Palestine solidarity groups, and peace and justice groups spread this message across their membership through listservs, phone calls, and other forms of social media. It is of the utmost importance that this event has a large attendance; international pressure–especially from the United States–is a critical factor in preventing Israel from acting with impunity towards humanitarian activists. We all need to be prepared to act on short notice.

Pennsylvania:

Allentown:
Meet at 7th & Hamilton Streets in Allentown, PA the day of an attack or boarding if it occurs prior to 5PM and if anything occurs in the night, meet the following day at 5PM. Click here for more info.

Texas:

Dallas:
On the day following an attack, boarding, or prevention of any ship in the flotilla from reaching Gaza, we invite all people of conscience to gather at Dealey Plaza (Houston & Main) at 5:00 pm for a peaceful, nonviolent demonstration to protest the illegal blockade. Should the flotilla arrive safely in Gaza, we will also gather (same time, same place) to celebrate their success. Please spread this message via Facebook, listservs, phone calls, and other forms of social media. Public awareness and action are key in pressuring Israel to treat humanitarian activists justly.

Washington
Spokane:
On the day following an attack or boarding of any ship in the flotilla, we invite the people of Spokane to gather at the corner of 3rd and Monroe at 5:30 p.m. for a peaceful, nonviolent demonstration to protest Israel’s attack on this unarmed humanitarian flotilla attempting to break the illegal blockade of Gaza, Palestine. Please spread this message via Facebook, listservs, phone calls, and other forms of social media. Bring signs. Bring your friends. Bring your support.

Tacoma:
If the US boat due to join the flotilla gets out of Greece this week and comes under Israeli attack, please come that day to the US Courthouse at 1717 Pacific Ave. in downtown Tacoma at 5:00 – 6:15 PM for a vigil.

Washington DC:

CODEPINK Action Alert!
What: Ongoing 24-hour vigil until Greece lets the boats sail to Gaza
Who: Supporters of the Freedom Flotilla II to Gaza
Where: The Greek Embassy, 2217 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington D.C. (near the DUPONT CIRCLE metro stop on the red line)
When: Tonight, June 28th at 5pm, 24 hours/day until the boats sail
Bring: Signs, or nothing, we will have props and signs for you to hold!

If Attacked:
If the flotilla experiences an Israeli attack, supporters will gather at the Israeli Embassy (3514 International Drive, NW Washington, D.C. 20008) at 5 pm the next day.

3 comments:

  1. The extremist organization, Al-Awda has been urging people to email the ambassador@greekembassy.org to keep the pressure up

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  2. Participants are dropping like flies- As of last week (remember they were boosting of 1,000-3,000 participants not that long ago?)the tally stands

    Spain - Gernicka, 30 passengers

    France - Louise Michel, 24 passengers, 6 journalists

    France - Dignity, 10 passengers, 1 journalist

    Australia/Belgium/Canada/Denmark/Germany - Tahrir, 48 passengers, 9 journalists

    Italy/Netherlands/Germany/Switzerland/Malaysia - Stefano Chiarim, 65 passengers, 5 journalists

    Ireland - Saoirse, 20 passengers, 2 journalists

    European Campaign to End the Siege on Gaza - Freedom for All, 15 passengers

    Greece/Sweden/Norway - Juliano, 25 passengers, 4 journalists

    Greece/Sweden/Norway - Methimus #2 cargo boat, 15 passengers

    United States - The Audacity of Hope, 40 passengers, 10 journalists

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  3. I think it's becoming extremely obvious this flotilla never had "peaceful" intentions, and Israel has every right to defend themselves. I would like to invite you to check out my page, Prevent the IHH Flotilla Towards Gaza http://www.facebook.com/pages/Prevent-the-IHH-Flotilla-Towards-Gaza/117646254988615

    I appreciate your support.

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