The endorsing INCLO member organizations come together to express grave concern about civil
\nliberties infringements occurring in various countries across the world in connection with the
\nwar in Gaza.<\/p>\n
While deeply concerned about instances of islamophobia, antisemitism and other forms of
\nbigotry increasing worldwide, we remind states everywhere of their obligation to guarantee
\nfreedom of expression, access to information and protest rights without repercussion to all
\nwithin their borders. Now more than ever, upholding these rights and safeguarding the exchange
\nof information and expression about this conflict is vital, if there is to be any hope of a peaceful
\nresolution through necessary and meaningful dialogue.<\/p>\n
As the UN Human Rights Chief Volker T\u00fcrk said, the war between Israel and Hamas \u201chas sent
\nshockwaves across every region, dehumanizing both Palestinians and Jews.\u201d<\/p>\n
We deplore this dehumanization and condemn the spiralling increase in hate speech, violence
\nand discrimination. These violations must not be tolerated, and governments and civil society
\nmust condemn discrimination in all its forms while states guarantee access to fair information,
\nfreedom of expression and safe protest for all.<\/p>\n
The rights to peaceful protest and expression are fundamental to any democratic society. The
\nbans and restrictions placed on pro-Palestinian protests, events and activities in countries such
\nas Australia, the USA, and several European countries including Germany, the UK, Ireland and Hungary, are a clear violation of these rights. We believe that by prohibiting manifestations of
\nsolidarity, states are contributing to building tensions and hatred around this conflict.
\nGovernments must uphold their duty to protect these rights and ensure that protests are not
\nmet with violence or undue restrictions<\/p>\n
Discrimination and violence against individuals perceived to be Arab, Palestinian, or Muslim <\/strong>by immigration and law enforcement authorities.<\/strong> It is essential to ensure that immigration and law enforcement actions and policies adhere to equality, non-discrimination, and due process principles. No individual should be subjected to profiling or discrimination based on their The use of counter-terrorism laws to stifle speech, media and criminalize activism.<\/strong> This The repression of protest.<\/strong> The protection of civil liberties and the promotion of peaceful Digital censorship.<\/strong> We are deeply troubled by instances of censorship and suppression of We echo Volker T\u00fcrk in calling on States to \u201censure a safe and enabling space for participation<\/strong> The war in Gaza is a matter of primary concern to all. It is of vital importance that governments Now more than ever, upholding these rights and safeguarding the exchange of information and expression about this conflict is vital, if there is to be any hope of a peaceful resolution through necessary and meaningful dialogue.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":81400,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[4491],"tags":[6341,1810,6342,6340],"class_list":["post-81399","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-home_internacional-en","tag-antisemitism","tag-human-rights-en-3","tag-islamophobia","tag-war-in-gaza","subcategory-blog-post","subcategory-highlight","medium-dejusticia-en","post-scope-aaa-not-blog"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n
\nethnicity, nationality, or religion.<\/p>\n
\nillegitimate tactic which became widespread in Western countries after the September 11
\nattacks in the USA was seen again in university settings against pro-Palestinian student groups,
\nacademics and teachers in the US, but also in Europe. Universities and schools in general are
\nspaces where free speech, open debate, and peaceful dissent should be encouraged.<\/p>\n
\ndialogue and understanding are crucial steps towards resolving the Israel-Palestine conflict and
\nensuring a just and lasting peace for all. Despite this, we continue to observe the intimidation of
\ndissenting voices, content-based restrictions on demonstrations, and arrests of protesters using
\ntheir democratic right to collectively express their opinions about the conflict.<\/p>\n
\ncontent related to Israel and Palestine on social media platforms. The right to freedom of
\ninformation and expression must be respected in the digital age, and any restrictions must be
\nstrictly necessary, proportionate, transparent, and subject to oversight. Social media platforms
\nmust not demote, disable, ban, overmoderate or suspend content arbitrarily, without explanation,
\nand without a means for users to appeal and seek a remedy. The politically biased suppression
\nof facts and opinions hampers the public’s ability to engage in informed and critical debate. All
\nacts of censorship, online or offline, contribute to disinformation and to creating a severe and
\nlasting chilling effect on public discourse which can seriously jeopardize any hope of lasting \u2013or
\neven temporary\u2013peace.<\/p>\n
\nand debate\u201d<\/strong> which includes ensuring access to reliable information. We insist that governments
\ncannot unduly restrict participation, debate or critical commentary about the conflict, be it in
\nsolidarity with Israelis or Palestinians. In moments of grave social crisis, outlets for people to
\nexpress their emotions are key. Protest is therefore a vital safety valve giving people an outlet to express their concerns. By oppressing and discriminating, states only increase hostility and
\nhinder the resolution of religious, ethnic and other social conflicts.<\/p>\n
\neverywhere live up to their obligations and guarantee the rights of people to stand in solidarity
\nwith those trapped in a humanitarian crisis.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"