Occupation: Community Organiser
Background: They are active in their local community and works on various social justice issues, including the Palestine-Israel conflict. They organise local events to educate and rally support for the boycott.
Goals: To mobilise her community and create a grassroots movement in support of Palestinian rights.
Frustrations: The challenge of engaging a diverse community and overcoming apathy.
Preferred Communication Channels: Community meetings, local newsletters, and social media.
Occupation: NGO Worker
Background: Is an NGO focused on human rights in conflict zones. She's knowledgeable about the Palestine-Israel conflict and is committed to advocating for peace and justice. They actively participate in boycotts against companies that are seen as supporting or benefiting from the occupation.
Goals: To promote awareness about the impact of the occupation on Palestinians and to encourage ethical consumerism.
Frustrations: The complexity of the conflict and the difficulty in getting widespread support for the boycott.
Preferred Communication Channels: Social media, humanitarian blogs, and activist forums.
Occupation: Academic (Middle Eastern Studies)
Background: An academic with a focus on Middle Eastern politics. They are deeply concerned about the ongoing conflict and uses his platform to educate others about the situation in Palestine. They support the boycott as a non-violent means of protest.
Goals: To encourage a nuanced understanding of the conflict and to support peaceful resolutions.
Frustrations: Misinformation and biased media coverage about the conflict.
Preferred Communication Channels: Academic journals, conferences, and public speaking events.