Over 60 Quebec and Canadian trade unionists, artists, journalists, professors, reverends call on Israel to respect International law 10 years after the International Cour of Justice ruling

Time for Canada to honor its UN obligations towards Palestine

Ten years ago today, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruled illegal Israel’s massive separation wall that runs alongside and inside the Palestinian territories.

On July 9, 2004, at the behest of the UN General Assembly, the ICJ, legal arm of the United Nations, indeed issued an Advisory opinion saying “the construction of the wall (by occupying power Israel), and its associated régime (imposed on the Palestinians), are contrary to international law”.

The ICJ Advisory deemed that “Israel cannot rely on a right of self-defense or on a state of necessity to preclude the wrongfulness of the construction of the wall”.

Its ruling called for the barrier to be removed, for residents to be compensated, and for UN member States, including Canada, to act to obtain Israel’s compliance with the Fourth Geneva Convention (GCIV) – of which Canada is a signatory.

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Le CINÉMA SOUS LES ÉTOILES de FUNAMBULES MÉDIAS présente avec Tadamon!:

Yarmouk Refugee camp

LES CHEBABS DE YARMOUK
Mercredi 9 juillet à 21h15
Parc Laurier
Gratuit

http://cse2014.funambulesmedias.org/les-chebabs-de-yarmouk/

Synopsis:
Les Chebabs sont un petit groupe de garçons et de filles qui se connaissent depuis l’adolescence. Aujourd’hui au seuil de l’âge adulte, ils ont une véritable soif de vivre et d’absolu, mais sont tous confrontés à des réalités complexes. Entre le besoin de liberté et l’appartenance au groupe, le désir de révolte et la perspective d’une vie bien rangée, les choix sont difficiles ; mais tout l’est plus encore quand on est réfugié palestinien dans le camp de Yarmouk, en Syrie.

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Photo exhibition

Until June 21, 2014
Location: Kahwa café
263 Mont Royal East (metro Mont Royal)

Tadamon! Montreal invites you to visit the photo exhibition “Uprising and Uprooted: refugees in the Syrian struggle in photo and image”. The exhibit aims to bring to wider public attention the circumstance of the many millions of persons who have sought refuge outside Syria or have been displaced inside Syria and, also, to raise funds to help those in need. Funds will go directly to those in immediate need in refugee camps and/or inside Syria. Donations can be made at the exhibition site or can be made by contacted Tadamon! at 514-664-1036 or info@tadamon.ca

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Vernissage

Wednesday June 4th 2014, 6:30pm
Location: Kahwa café
263 Mont Royal East (metro Mont Royal)

Join Tadamon! for the vernissage of the photo exhibition “Uprising and Uprooted: refugees in the Syrian struggle in photo and image”. The evening will include a presentation of the photos, discussions and musical performances.

The popular uprising in Syria for liberation and dignity that broke out in March 2011, has, since the beginning, been met with a brutal regime response that has known no limits. The consequences of the Syrian regime’s response have been devastating: destruction of homes, urban neighbourhoods and infrastructure; deepening social divisions that have taken the form of sometimes violent, armed confrontation; deaths of civilians reaching over 150,000 persons; widening fear and distrust; countless injured; the uprooting of millions. In the face and in the aftermath of regime bombardment, siege, atrocity and aggression millions have taken flight and sought refuge within Syria, in neighbouring states and in states beyond the region.

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The Tenth Annual Israeli Apartheid Week!

10th annual Israeli Apartheid Week featuring inspiring conferences, workshops, film screenings, demonstrations, and cultural events to raise awareness about Israeli apartheid.

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Canadian premiere with director discussion

Monday March 3rd 2014
7pm
Concordia University
DB Clarke Theatre
1455 de Maisonneuve Blvd West
(Metro Guy Concordia)

Join Tadamon! and Cinema Politica Concordia for the Canadian premiere of RETURN TO HOMS, a Sundance-winner that intimates the tribulations of the Syrian revolution while revealing the human price of resistance. The screening will be followed by a Skype Q&A with director Talal Derki.

RETURN TO HOMS
Talal Derki / Syria – Denmark / 2013 / 87 ‘ / Arabic / S.T. English

Filmed over three years in Homs, Syria, the film accompanies two outstanding young men from the time they are dreaming of freedom and defending pacifism, to the time when choices are forced to be different.

Basset, the 19 years old national football team goalkeeper, turning into an iconic demonstration leader and singer, then, becoming a fighter and Ossama, a 24 years old renowned citizen-cameraman who is critical, pacifist, and ironic, as his views change till he is detained by the regime’s security forces.

It is the story of a city, which the world heard of a lot, but never really got close to. Return to Homs is a modern times epic of youth in war, and of forced choices.

cinemapolitica.org/concordia

For more information contact
info@tadamon.ca
www.tadamon.ca
tel. 514-664-1036

Film screening followed by a discussion

Saturday 8th of February At 7PM
Address: Centre des loisirs de la ville de Saint Laurent,
Salle Simon Major (RC)
1375 Grenet, Saint Laurent, H4L 5K3

Tadamon! in collaboration with Gilgamesh society

presents the documentary film “The square”
Directed by Jehane Noujaim

The square (in Arabic : Al-Midan) is an Egyptian-American documentary film released in 2013 which depicts the still going revolution of January 2011 from its roots in Tahrir Square.
The film is now nominated for the Oscars in the documentary category

The screening will be followed by a discussion panel facilitated by activists and specialists

Rashad Antonius
Mostafa Henaway
Yasmine Daher
Ghassen Ben Khalifa

Entry:
5 $ public
2 $ for Gilgamesh’s members

Subtitles in English

For more information:

http://gilgameshsociety.com/en/index.htm
info@tadamon.ca
www.tadamon.ca
1-514-813-4918

CULTURAL NIGHT AND “THE SQUARE” FILM SCREENING

Friday, January 24th, 6:30 pm
Location: Kahwa café
263 Mont Royal East (metro Mont Royal)

This January 25th, 2014 marks the third anniversary of the Egyptian popular uprising that ousted Hosni Mubarak and sparked a series of events leading up to today. The Egyptians are experiencing events that are quickly changing as various factions of society struggle to carve out a space in the political sphere. Despite various setbacks and roadblocks, the Egyptian revolutionary process carries on.

Please join us on Friday, January 24th for an evening of food and cultural performances to commemorate the Egyptian revolution and reflect on the events that have transpired in the last few years, as we hope to reinforce our commitment to the struggle for a free and just Egypt.

The evening will include:
-An update on the current state of the country, including the political repression and military trials faced by activists, journalists and others
-The screening of the documentary “The Square” directed by Jehane Noujaim
“The Square” http://thesquarefilm.com/
-Dinner and refreshments buffet style (vegetarian -option available)
-Music and cultural performances

Tickets are $10 at the door. A portion of the proceeds will go to the No to Military Trials for Civilians campaign http://en.nomiltrials.com/ who believe ending the trying of civilians in military tribunals is essential in the road to freedom and democracy. The group offers legal aid and other forms of ongoing support to Egyptians experiencing military trials and political repression and works closely with their families.

Co-organized by Tadamon! Montreal and supported by Kahwa Café

for more info:
info@tadamon.ca
www.tadamon.ca
1-514-813-4918

A discussion and light lunch on the Russell Tribunal on Palestine with Frank Barat, coordinator of the Russell Tribunal

Friday November 22nd 2013
12:30pm-2pm
Thomson House
3650 McTavish, room 404
Lunch -provided
(Metro Peel)

The Russell Tribunal on Palestine is an International Tribunal citizens’ initiative , created as a result of the inaction of the international community in relation to violations of international law committed by Israel. During five international meetings, the TRP discussed the liability and breach of third countries , companies and international organizations in the Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories , and the perpetuation of violations of international law by Israel. A session was also devoted to whether the crime of apartheid as defined by international conventions, was due to Israel. www.russelltribunalonpalestine.com

Frank Barat will give a brief historical overview of the work of the The Russell Tribunal on Palestine, including the Vietnam and South America tribunal of the 70s and will then focus on the Palestine tribunal with a strong emphasis on its last session, in Cape Town, that concluded that ‘Israel policies against the Palestinian People were in breach of the prohibition against Apartheid in International Law’.

Frank Barat is coordinator of the russel tribunal on palestine and also published : ” The realm of the possible “, ” Palestine state of siege “, ” Gaza in Crisis ” and ” Justice for Palestine ” . He produces and co-hosts ” The wall has ears ” on Radio Panik .

For more information contact
info@tadamon.ca
www.tadamon.ca

Join us for a discussion on Syria hosted by Tadamon!

Wednesday, October 30th @ 7pm
Graduate Students Association (GSA) Lounge
Concordia University
2030 Mackay
Metro Guy-Concordia

Tadamon! invites you to a critical discussion surrounding the Syrian revolution, aiming to generate a greater understanding of developments on the ground. This event will examine internal and external actors, their sources of funding, and the interests they serve. Above all, it will endeavour to move thinking and debate about the current context in Syria beyond the limitations of rigid dichotomies – such as jihadist opposition vs secular regime; western proxies/insurgents vs forces of resistance – to see the complex and changing dynamics of the revolution as it continues to unfold in Syrian cities and towns. Discussion will then turn to the role of international solidarity, and how allies can move forward in supporting the Syrian people’s struggle for self-determination.

Featuring presentations from:

* Brian Aboud, researcher, activist, and educator

* Ramy Nakache, social justice and solidarity activist

For more information:
Tadamon!
Tel: 514-664-1036
E-mail: info@tadamon.ca

Facebook Event:
https://www.facebook.com/events/573961775987145/