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The Universal Declaration of Human Rights first recognized adequate housing as a human right in 1948. This grants all people the right to a safe and secure home with access to essential services such as water and sanitation. However, climate change, natural disasters and armed conflict frequently pose a threat to adequate housing. Such is the case in Gaza, where approximately 2 million people, or 90 per cent of the population, have been displaced from their homes. In light of Palestine’s struggles, HIC is offering a Teach-In Series to discuss the importance of habitat, especially in times of conflict.
The term “teach-in” was coined during the Vietnam War, when sit-in protests were held. These forums seek to encourage critical thinking and collective action through open discussion and debate.
All members, friends and allies are invited to join the four-part online series. Among the topics discussed will be how housing, land and spatial policies can be used as instruments of domination in Palestine and broader global struggles. We will also discuss how we can show support through solidarity and action.
Below are the details of the Teach-In Series.
📅 Teach-In Schedule & Sessions:
Dates:
- Wednesday, 30 July
- Wednesday, 13 August
- Wednesday 27 August
- Wednesday, 10 September
Time: 16:00 – 18:00 SAST (see your local time here)
Session topics:
- Understanding housing and land policies as instruments of domination
- Tracing occupation, apartheid and resistance in Palestine over the years
- How housing and land policies can violate international norms
- Solidarity and action with Palestine and beyond
📝 Register Now at this zoom link:
We hope you’ll join us in this important conversation.
