“Hashtag to Headlines: How the Gaza Great March of Return Challenged the World” will take place Sunday, March 3, 2-4 p.m. at the First Unitarian Society, 900 University Bay Drive.

Please join us as we honor Rachel Corrie and welcome Ahmed Abu Artema to Madison. Artema wrote a Facebook post on January 7, 2018 from his home in Rafah, Gaza that echoed an idea that has reverberated throughout Palestinian history: What would happen if Palestinians marched nonviolently and in large numbers towards the boundary fence with Israel to demand respect for their rights and call attention to the Israeli-imposed blockade that has created hardship for millions of people for more than a decade?

On March 30, 2018, the #GreatMarchofReturn became a reality, grabbing headlines around the world. Ahmed Abu Artema will share his experience with the Great March of Return, his views on the future of nonviolent actions in Palestine, and his vision for a just and lasting peace. He will be joined by fellow Gaza native Jehad Abusalim, Chicago-based scholar and program associate for the American Friends Service Committee’s Gaza Unlocked campaign.

Free and open to the public. Refreshments and desserts including baklava will be served. Palestinian olive oil, olive oil soap, crafts and food items will be for sale. For more information visit AFSC Tour or https://www.madisonrafah.org.