Nonviolence International is honored to announce our co-sponsorship of the 40 Days and Escalate: Veterans & Allies Fast for Gaza, a worldwide fasting campaign organized by Veterans For Peace, with coordination support from Friends of Sabeel North America (FOSNA). This powerful act of nonviolent resistance aims to draw urgent attention to the humanitarian catastrophe unfolding in Gaza and to demand immediate action from the U.S. and all governments.
On May 22, we begin our 40 day fasting while demanding: a resumption of humanitarian aid, under UN authority, to Gaza and that the U.S. and other governments stop arming Israel NOW!
Please join the solidarity fast that will take place from May 22nd until June 30th.
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A 250-calorie-per-day regimen—mirroring the caloric intake of many Gazans under the ongoing blockade.
- Fasting can be done in an individual or in a relay (chain) fast, where groups of individuals commit to fasting in succession to cover the 40-day period.
- Do as little as 1 day (even if you can’t recruit a chain replacement) or as many as 40.
A Community Fast at the United Nations in New York City.
- Some fasters will reside in community housing near the United Nations headquarters. This group will serve as a public face of the campaign, engaging in daily visibility actions and media outreach.
Escalation Plans
Should the campaign's demands remain unmet by June 30, organizers plan to escalate actions, including:
- In-person demonstrations in New York City alongside centralized fasters.
- Potential coordinated actions in other places around the world
How to Get Involved
Nonviolence International invites individuals and organizations to join this vital campaign:
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Sign Up to Fast: Visit FOSNA's official campaign page for more information and to register your participation.
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Become a Co-Sponsor: Organizations can express their support by co-sponsoring the campaign.
- Spread the Word: Utilize social media and community networks to raise awareness. All participants are expected to amplify their involvement through social media, community events, and other forms of public engagement.
By standing in solidarity with the people of Gaza through this fast, we reaffirm our commitment to nonviolent action and the pursuit of justice. To gain a further understanding of how your individual fasting can make a difference, read NVI’s booklet on hunger strikes and fasts as types of nonviolent action here.
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