We know that human rights are the foundation of peace. There is no future without justice, and there is no justice without recognition of every person’s humanity. In these extreme times, it is humanity itself that must prevail.
This week marks the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashana. A time of renewal, reflection, and hope. But for our Israeli team members, there can be no celebration, no disconnect from reality. Not in the shadow of ongoing violence. Not in the face of genocide.
As we move through these high holidays, we invite everyone - whether you observe or not - to pause and reflect. Hold in your heart: the people of Gaza living under relentless military bombardment Palestinian families in the West Bank enduring daily settler violence, left unprotected prisoners held in solitary confinement without charge or trial and the hostages, abandoned by their own government and still tortured in captivity, their families living in anguish
Our reality is unfair, unjust, and deeply painful for all. But we also know this: change will come. If we keep believing in nonviolence, if we stand together in joint co-resistance, and if we remain steadfast in our vision of equality, justice, and peace, we will see a different future.
To be a part of this change today, we welcome you to join us as a Friend of Combatants for Peace. Stand with all Israelis and Palestinians working together to end the occupation, move beyond oppression and militarism, and build a just and peaceful future - for all. | 
