Watch the 20th Israeli-Palestinian Joint Memorial Ceremony

Subject: Watch the 20th Israeli-Palestinian Joint Memorial Ceremony – Choosing Hope, Choosing Humanity

Dear Friend,

The 20th Israeli-Palestinian Joint Memorial Ceremony, organized by Combatants for Peace and the Parents Circle – Families Forum will take place tomorrow.

29th April 2025

20:30 Jerusalem Time

19:30 Berlin│18:30 London│13:30 New York

The live broadcast begins at the start of the Ceremony

Your MCs for the night will be two inspirational women — one Israeli and one Palestinian — who dedicate their lives to promoting peace and justice;

Shira Geffen – Actress, playwright, author of children’s books, screenwriter and film director, living in Tel Aviv.

Fida Shehadeh – Political activist, co-founder of a movement promoting local leadership in mixed Jewish-Arab cities. Co-chair of Itach-Maaki (Women Lawyers for Social Justice), board member of the Association for Civil Rights in Israel (ACRI), and former city council member in Lod.

This year's theme - Choosing Hope, Choosing Humanity - feels more urgent than ever.

💻 Watch the Live Stream Here

At a time when human rights are under threat, when grief and despair threaten to overwhelm us, we are coming together — Palestinians, Israelis, and international allies — to mourn every life lost and to affirm that every life matters equally, and we will not allow fear or hatred to define our future.

If you would like to gather with others and experience the Ceremony in your community, you can find a list of local screenings in cities around the world here:

📍 View the full list of cities and venues here

This Memorial is not just a ceremony; it is a commitment. A refusal to surrender to violence, and a belief that humanity, dignity, and freedom must be at the heart of any future we build together. Tomorrow, you will hear from both Israelis and Palestinians that have lost their loved ones to the violence, as they share their memories, emotions, and the complex feelings that Memorial Day brings. The Ceremony offers a rare opportunity to confront our shared humanity and to witness extraordinary strength, resilience, and unwavering courage.

Thank you for your trust in us, and for sharing our belief that there is another way.

In Peace & Solidarity,
The Combatants for Peace Team

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