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Building massively-visible mass support
for an evenhanded two-state solution
for Israel & Palestine

We are Not Alone

Many groups and individuals are working – each in their own way – to bring justice, peace and life to Israel / Palestine. Some collect and disseminate information. Others sponsor demonstration projects. Still others are trying to educate public opinion in the United States and around the world.

Support Sanity is pleased to be able to help increase the visibility of some of these very important efforts. Please let us know if there are others that we're missing.

Please note that Support Sanity does not necessarily endorse all the positions and activities of each group, individual and/or website listed. A listing here simply means we think they contribute in important ways to the issue and that it is important for them to be widely visible. Please contact us if you have concerns about any of these listings.

Associates | Grapevine | Perspectives

Associates (TOPICS | PAGE TOP)

Associates are groups and individuals that endorse our work. We encourage you to support their work and to let them know you found out about them through Support Sanity. Please contact us if you'd like more information about becoming an associate and "swapping links".

Name	Description
Artists for Peace, Justice and Civil Liberties	"An international online fine art gallery and anthology containing numerous resources and links dedicated to peace and justice issues worldwide."
Australian Jewish Democratic Society	Promotes "free discussion on Jewish and general social and political issues" especially those growing out of "a profound concern at the continuing Israeli-Arab conflict.
Buy Peace	"Business plan" outlining how $100 Billion could "buy peace" for Israelis and Palestinians.
Committee for a Just Peace in Israel & Palestine	A Chicago-area group "dedicated to organizing local activities and educational events that advance the cause of peace and justice for both Palestinians and Israelis."
Compassionate Listening Project	"Dedicated to healing polarization and building bridges between cultures by modeling and teaching Compassionate Listening." (Formerly Mid-East Citizen Diplomacy.)
Encounter-EMEM	"An international email list and Website for networking about nonviolent Israel-Palestine peace activities around the world(not theoretical discussions)."
Jewish Friends of Palestine	"An online resource for Jewish activists as a means of encouraging further networking, interaction, and coordination." Essential "Who's Who"of Jewish activist groups, etc.
Jews for Peace in Palestine and Israel	Washington, DC-based group that believes that a just peace is attainable through negotiations based on international law and the implementation of relevant UN resolutions.
Just Peace Project	Based at Columbia University (NYC), JPP "seeks to challenge and change the public's attitudes toward the devastation afflicting Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories."
Lafayette Committee for Israeli Palestinian Peace and Justice	"A community and campus based group in Greater Lafayette, Indiana ... committed to promoting a peaceful and just resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict."
Mitchell Kamen	An artist, teacher and activist now also distributing the Support Sanity lapel pin and other Green Line items in the Boston area.
Peace Company	For-profit business helping build a "peace economy" through a range of innovative products, services, and initatives for action.
Peace Please	"Dedicated to providing items and messages that promote peace and peaceful coexistence" with a portion of the proceeds given to select organizations that advance peace.
People for Peace and Justice of Utah	A grassroots organization advocating non-violence and justice that was the first organization to join us by distributing pins and t-shirts and by linking to our website.
Rachel Corrie Memorial	US activist Rachel Corrie, 23, was killed on 16 March 2003 when she was run over by an Israeli bulldozer demolishing the home of a Palestinian doctor in the Gaza Strip.
Ray Hanania's Media Oasis	The "personal communications home page" of a Palestinian-American journalist, writer and comedian that's "serious, humorous, thoughtful, insightful".
Silk Road Theatre Project	"Showcases playwrights of Asian, Middle Eastern, and Mediterranean backgrounds, whose works address themes relevant to the peoples of the Silk Road and their Diaspora".
Sulha Peace Project	"An indigenous, middle eastern way of reconciliation ... rebuild[ing] trust among neighbors, Arabs and Jews, heart to heart, as a grassroots contribution to Peace in Israel".
Toronto Women's Bookstore	"The largest, non-profit feminist & humanistic bookstore in Canada" now carrying the Support Sanity lapel pin among its sidelines of music, jewelry, cards, gift and other items.
Utah Green Party	Recognizing that our efforts intersected with 7 of their Key 11 Values, decided to endorse and participate in our effort to show support for a just peace by wearing lapel pins.
Yullah.com	"National [USA] Arab American Event Directory" including "cultural events, political events, social events, student events and more are all listed in one place".
???	Is there some other group that you think might be a good Associate of ours? If so, please let us know.

Grapevine (TOPICS | PAGE TOP)

The Grapevine includes groups and individuals that we've come across but with whom we have no formal relationship. By including a listing here, we do not necessarily endorse everything promoted on the linked website. But we do think it's important to increase the visibility of their work in general. Please contact us with additional suggestions for inclusion.

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Name	Description
A Different Future	"An interfaith, international NGO ... strengthen[ing] the voice of Palestinians and Israelis whose actions demonstrate that it is possible for their peoples to live and work side by side."
Alfred Lilienthal Home Page	Site of Jewish American historian, journalist and lecturer who "ardently advocates" a two-state solution. Lots of history, analysis and information (but turn down your sound).
Americans for a Third Way in the Middle East	"Daily links to voices of moderation". "As public discourse grows increasingly polarized, this site seeks out thoughtful, alternative voices searching for a middle ground."
Americans for Middle East Understanding	Founded over 30 years ago by Americans whose professions had taken them to the Middle East, "AMEU strives to create in the United States a deeper appreciation of the culture, history and current events in that area" through education.
Americans for Peace Now	"To be pro-Israel is to be pro-peace". American arm of Israeli Shalom Achshav (Peace Now) working to "build an informed and empowered pro-peace American public".
American Task Force on Palestine	A "not-for-profit corporation that aims to educate the American people about the national security interests of the United States in establishing a Palestinian state".
Bat Shalom	Israeli feminist peace organization that works with the Jerusalem Center for Women, a Palestinian women's peace organization, as "The Jerusalem Link".
Bereaved Parents' Circle / Bereaved Families' Forum	A group of Palestinians and Israelis whose family members have been killed in the conflict. Holds dialogues and joint peace actions.
Bir Zeit University Complete Guide to Palestine's Websites	"Offers Web surfers direct access to categorized reviews of all websites published, mostly, by individuals and organizations located in Palestine."
Bitterlemons.org	"Palestinian-Israeli Crossfire". "A website that presents Israeli and Palestinian viewpoints on prominent issues of concern" and "maintains complete organizational and institutional symmetry between its Palestinian and Israeli sides".
B'Tselem	The Israeli Information Center for Human Rights in the Occupied Territories. Detailed information, statistics, etc.
Brit Tzedek v' Shalom	"Jewish Alliance for Justice and Peace". New national (USA) "Pro-Israel, Anti-Occupation" membership organization.
Canadian Friends of Peace Now	Canadian arm of Israeli Shalom Achshav (Peace Now).
Christian Peacemaker Teams	"An organized, nonviolent alternative to war and other forms of lethal inter-group conflict" that "sends delegations every two months to Israel/Palestine."
Churches for Middle East Peace	"An ecumenical working group" that promotes American policies "crucial to achieving and maintaining just and stable relationships" throughout the Middle East.
Electronic Intifada	"An online publication produced by a small network of pro-Palestinian activists with a history of Internet and media activism". Lots of up-to-the-minute information and analysis.
End the Occupation	"We aim to change those US policies that sustain Israel's 36-year occupation of the Palestinian West Bank, Gaza, and East Jerusalem, and deny equal rights for all."
Engage	British academic group working towards a two-state solution by encouraging positive links between British, Israeli, Palestinian and other academics.
Faculty for Israeli-Palestinian Peace	"A network of faculty endeavoring to achieve peace in the Middle East".
Focus on Palestine	A U.S. campaign for Palestinian rights that emerged out of a meeting co-sponsored by Arab American Institute, Nonviolence International, Palestine Media Watch and American University's Center for Global Peace.
Foundation for Middle East Peace	"A nonprofit organization dedicated to informing Americans about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and assisting in a peaceful solution that brings security for both peoples."
Friends of Open House	North American supporters of Open House, a Jewish - Arab community center in Ramle, Israel.
Gush Shalom	"The hard core of the Israeli peace movement" dedicated to influencing "Israeli public opinion and lead[ing] it towards peace and conciliation with the Palestinian people".
Hello, Peace!	"An automated telephone system that lets any Israeli or Palestinian simply pick up their phone at no charge and talk with someone on 'the other side' about peace."
If Americans Knew	Campaign to "inform and educate the American public on issues of major significance that are unreported, underreported, or misreported in the American media."
International Solidarity Movement	"A Palestinian-led movement of Palestinian and International activists working to raise awareness of the struggle for Palestinian freedom and an end to Israeli occupation" through nonviolent, direct-action methods.
Israel / Palestine Center for Research and Information	"The only joint Israeli-Palestinian public policy think-tank in the world. ... Devoted to developing practical solutions for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict."
Israeli Committee Against House Demolitions	"A non-violent, direct-action group originally established to oppose and resist Israeli demolition of Palestinian houses in the Occupied Territories" whose work has now expanded.
Jerusalem Fund for Education & Community Development	A "Washington-based non-profit humanitarian organization" focusing on "direct assistance for educational, cultural, health, & community service institutions of Palestinian society." LOTS of documents and links.
Jewish Peace News	An online news service provided by Jewish Voice for Peace. Available both on website and by email subscription.
Jewish Voice for Peace	"A San Francisco Bay Area grassroots organization dedicated to the human, civil and economic rights of Jews, Palestinians, and all peoples in the Middle East."
Jews Against the Occupation	"An organization of progressive, secular and religious Jews of all ages throughout the New York City area advocating peace through justice for Palestine and Israel."
Just Peace Technologies	"A catalyst to help peacemakers be heard" that partners "with peace-makers to identify and develop projects that make a difference". Provides a variety of services to select projects.
Meretz USA	"Progressive Zionist" affiliate of "Meretz - Democratic Israel" party, "educating Americans about issues of civil rights and peace in Israel".
Middle East Children's Alliance	Berkeley-based organization working to promote peace and stop the suffering of children in Palestine, Lebanon and Iraq.
MideastWeb for Coexistence	"A world-wide web of Arabs, Jews and others who want to build a new Middle East based on coexistence and neighborly relations". LOTS of excellent information and links.
Neve Shalom / Wahat El Salaam	"Oasis of Peace", an Israeli mixed Jewish/Arab village that develops and conducts "educational work that heightens understanding" between Jews and Arabs.
New Profile	Israeli feminist peace group dedicated to the "civil-ization of Israeli Society".
Not In My Name	A Chicago-based Jewish peace group working for a just and lasting peace between Israelis and Palestinians.
Palestine Chronicle	"An independent internet magazine, dedicated to addressing issues and offering perspectives rarely seen in mainstream western media."
Palestinian Center for Rapprochement	"A Palestinian community service center with a global vision" leading non-violent resistance to the occupation.
Palestinian Human Rights Monitoring Group	Documents human rights violations committed against Palestinians in the West Bank, Gaza Strip and East Jerusalem by both Israel and the Palestinian Authority.
Palestine-Israel Journal	The only independent, non-profit quarterly publication co-published and produced by Israelis and Palestinians, as an explicit joint venture promoting dialogue.
Peace Child Israel	"Teaching Jewish and Arab Youth to live together ... using theater and the arts [and promoting] democratic values, tolerance and mutual respect."
Physicians for Human Rights - Israel	"A nonpartisan, nonprofit organization, dedicated to promoting and protecting the medical human rights of all residents of Israel and the Occupied Territories."
Place 4 Peace	A sophisticated "peace portal" sponsored by Israel / Palestine Center for Research and Information where users can get information and discuss issues from all points of view.
Promises Project	"Furthering the Middle-East peace process by using the power of film to educate audiences about the importance of supporting peace efforts".
Rabbis for Human Rights	Israeli rabbis and others primarily concerned with human rights violations against the non-Jewish minority in Israel and against Palestinians in the occupied territories.
Refuser Solidarity Network	"A web portal to unite international supporters of the Israeli Refusers".
Sabeel	"The Way". "An ecumenical center for Palestinian Liberation Theology which seeks to make the Gospel contextually relevant" among Palestinian Christians.
Seeds of Peace	Camp and other programs focusing "primarily on bringing Arab & Israeli teenagers together before fear, mistrust & prejudice blind them from seeing the human face of their enemy".
Shalom Achshav	"Peace Now". "The first and only mass peace movement in Israel" that believes "that a democratic, Jewish state can and must be secured without subjecting another people".
Ta'ayush	"Arab-Jewish Partnership" conducting joint projects and demonstrations in Israel and Palestine.
Tikkun Community	A national (USA) group of Jews and others involved in healing and repairing the world, especially the Middle East.
UN Information System on the Question of Palestine (UNISPAL)	Online access to over 3,000 full-text UN documents "relevant to relevant to the question of Palestine and the Arab-Israeli conflict in the Middle East since 1946" (and before).
UN Question of Palestine	One-stop webshop for "official" United Nations past, present, and future involvement on the issue of Israel and Palestine.
Yesh Gvul	"There is a Limit". Israeli peace group "supporting soldiers who refuse assignments of a repressive or aggressive nature."
???	Is there some other source of information that we should be linking to? If so, please let us know.

Perspectives (TOPICS | PAGE TOP)

Title	Description
We are Seriously Concerned About the Fate of the State of Israel A. SHALOM, Y. PERI, C. GILLON, A. AYALON	Four former heads of Israeli internal security service (known variously as Shabak, Shin Bet, General Security Service) discuss the Israeli/Palestinian conflict in an unprecedented joint interview. Yediot Ahronot, 14 November 2003
Israel is Losing RICHARD COHEN	Columnist surveys the implosion of an Israeli society that lacks a viable strategic vision. Washington Post, 7 October 2003
A Failed Israeli Society Collapes While Its Leaders Remain Silent Avraham Burg	Former Knesset speaker and chairman of the Jewish Agency decries the decay of the two pillars of Zionism: a just path and ethical leadership. Forward, 29 August 2003
The Truth of Mohammed al-Dura: A Response to James Fallows ADAM ROSE	Whether or not a particular 12-year-old boy died at the hands of Israeli soldiers, the image of Mohammed al-Dura is an authentic symbol of the Israeli occupation. June 2003
Who Shot Mohammed al-Dura? JAMES FALLOWS	Israeli researchers are presenting evidence that the fatal shots could not have come from the Israeli soldiers known to have been involved in the al-Dura confrontation. The Atlantic Monthly, June 2003
America Can Persuade Israel to Make a Just Peace JIMMY CARTER	It is time for the United States, as the sole recognized intermediary, to consider more forceful action for peace. The New York Times, 21 April 2002
Apartheid in the Holy Land DESMOND TUTU	Given the Jewish people's historic opposition to injustice, its behavior towards the Palestinians is hard to understand. The Guardian, 29 April 2002
An Unconditional Withdrawal from the Territories is Urgently Needed Ami Ayalon	English translation of an interview with the former head of the Israeli internal security service Shabak (also known as the Shin Bet) outlining the political confusion in Israel. Le Monde, 22 December 2001
An End to Israeli Occupation Will Mean a Just War AMOS OZ	Withdrawal from Palestinian territories is now essential if a moral victory is to be achieved. The Observer, 7 April 2002
An Appeal SARI NUSSEIBEH, HANAN ASHRAWI & 650 OTHERS	Palestinian call for an end to military attacks against civilians in Israel. New York Review of Books, 15 August 2002
Is There a Solution? ANTHONY LEWIS	Military force to keep control of the West Bank has been tried and failed. New York Review of Books, 25 April 2002
Camp David: The Tragedy of Errors HUSSEIN AGHA & ROBERT MALLEY	Post-mortem of the Camp David summit by a member of the Clinton team and a senior Palestinian. New York Review of Books, 9 August 2001
Camp David: An Exchange DENNIS ROSS & GIDI GRINSTEIN	Response to Agha & Malley's post-mortem of the Camp David summit, with a reply by Agha & Malley. New York Review of Books, 20 September 2001
Camp David and After: An Exchange (1. An Interview with Ehud Barak) BENNY MORRIS	Ehud Barak's views on the failure of the Camp David summit and its aftermath. New York Review of Books, 13 June 2002
Camp David and After: An Exchange (2. A Reply to Ehud Barak) HUSSEIN AGHA & ROBERT MALLEY	Agha & Malley assess Ehud Barak's "one-sided" account and its consequences. New York Review of Books, 13 June 2002
Camp David and After—Continued BENNY MORRIS & EHUD BARAK	Morris and Barak claim Agha and Malley "just don't get it". Agha and Malley respond why they do. New York Review of Books, 27 June 2002
Barak's Generous Offers ... GUSH SHALOM	Slide presentation of the Israeli offers at Camp David and Taba, including animated and printable maps.
The Separation Wall GUSH SHALOM	Map and analysis of the wall Israeli is building in the West Bank.
Introduction to The Politics of Verticality EYAL WEIZMAN	Series of articles and photo-essays explaining the critical role of verticality in the three-dimensional battle over the West Bank.
Intifada Statistics B'TSELEM	Comprehensive summary and detail data of deaths, injuries, detentions, home demolitions and more.
Maps FOUNDATION FOR MIDDLE EAST PEACE	Maps of various aspects of Israel/Palestine— past, present and possible futures.
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