(03) 9481 3000

Equality without Exception

Action for Palestine & Sudan

This page is dedicated to raising awareness of the ongoing and devastating crisis unfolding in both Palestine and Sudan.

Below is information on how you can help and stay informed, or if you or someone you know has been directly impacted by either crises, you can also find resources and services available to support you.

Palestine  

Over 300 days of genocide in Gaza. 

Over the past 300 days, we have witnessed a relentless violation of human rights and a blatant disregard for international humanitarian law, resulting in a catastrophic humanitarian crisis. The situation in Gaza remains extremely volatile, with entire neighbourhoods reduced to rubble and abhorrent killings continuing, resulting in the death of over 40,000 Palestiniains.

Humanitarian Impact:  

Mass Displacement: Over 1.7 million are internally displaced, more than 1 million of whom are women and children. Leaving civilians to seek refuge in overcrowded shelters, schools and hospitals- which have been targeted, causing further casualties and leaving people with nowhere to go. 

Food insecurity: Israel’s ongoing bombardments and blockades have cut off essential supplies of food, water, and medicine, pushing the entire population to the brink of famine and causing widespread dehydration and starvation amid continuous displacement.  

Gaza’s healthcare system has collapsed amid the ongoing conflict: Due to the unrelenting attacks on hospitals and clinics, the health care system has collapsed, leaving those in dire need of medical aid unable to access treatment. 

Mass casualties: According to the official Health Ministry, over 40,000 people have been killed. However, this number is largely understated as many civilians are still missing under the rubble, which according to a study published in the journal Lancet could mean that the true death toll could reach more than 186,000 people.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): 

I’m in Australia, how can I help?

Demand the Australian Government act to prevent the ongoing genocide in Gaza: 

Write to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, your MP, Senators, Foreign Minister and Attorney General. Call on them to impose sanctions on Israel in response to the war crimes it is committing in Palestine. Demand that our politicians and government support the ICC’s arrest warrants and that they condemn the ongoing violations of international law in Palestine (for guidance or templates, please head to ACTION: Demand the Australian Government acts to prevent genocide in Gaza – Australia Palestine Advocacy Network – APAN)  

Donate to humanitarian aid organisations providing assistance on the ground in Gaza.  

Here are some organisations you can consider supporting: 

Please note before donating, it’s essential you verify the organisation and project to ensure your contribution reaches those in need. The Australian Muslim Women’s Centre for Human Rights cannot assume responsibility for this.

Donate to organisations providing assistance & support to Palestinians in Australia:

Information on visas  

  • For the latest and most up to date information on visa types and eligibility from the Department of Home Affairs please visit their website at: www.homeaffairs.gov.au/home
  • Refugee Legal is providing free legal assistance for people impacted by the Gaza crisis, including people from Lebanon and surrounding countries. For more information, please visit: Refugee Legal

I’m in Australia, can you help me? 

Australian Red Cross: Emergency relief support  

Support for temporary visa holders, people seeking asylum and people with an uncertain visa status to help meet their basic needs. 

Emergency relief support for temporary visa holders | Australian Red Cross 

Local grassroots organisations in Australia supporting Palestinians arriving in Australia:

  • Australian Muslim Women’s Centre for Human Rights (AMWCHR) provides individual casework services to women, children and families to support settlement, recovery and safety, along with community programs to support connection, healing and capacity building. For more information, please contact AMWCHR on (03) 9481 3000
  • Palestine Australia Relief and Action (PARA) provides support for Palestinians while they are in Australia, helping them to achieve their full potential, free from the barriers created by conflict and displacement. Contact – Palestine Australia Relief and Action (para.org.au)
  • El Rahman Inc. provides support to newly arrived families from Palestine, primarily in Victoria. Contact 3 — El Rahman

For Interpreting and Translation Services  

Crisis Lines and Counselling Support:   

The Australian Muslim Women’s Centre for Human Rights stands in solidarity with the people of Palestine and extend our thoughts to the Australian Palestinian community who have been devastated by this conflict. 

Sudan

Sudan urgently needs our attention and our action. 

Sudan is currently experiencing a severe and escalating crisis due to ongoing and violent conflict gripping the country. Resulting in a catastrophic humanitarian situation and one of the most severe internal displacement crises worldwide. The situation is dire, with 25 million people currently in desperate need of aid. 

Humanitarian Impact: 

Mass displacement: As of August 2024, an estimated 10.7 million people have been internally displaced, with women and girls constituting 53% o of those affected.  An additional 1.5 million people have fled to neighbouring countries since the conflict escalated in April 2023. 

Food insecurity: Approximately 25.6 million people—over half of Sudan’s population—are grappling with acute food insecurity. Among them more than 730, 000 children are facing severe acute malnutrition. 

Education system in crisis: 19 million children are out of school, impacting 1 in every 3 children in the country. Over 10,000 schools have now shut down in conflict- affected areas. (UNICEF October 2023) 

Gender based violence: More than 6.7 million people in Sudan are at risk of gender-based violence. With women and girls being targeted and at risk of sexual violence, kidnapping and forced marriage. 

Sudan’s healthcare system has collapsed amid the ongoing conflict: Currently, approximately 65% of Sudan’s population lacks access to healthcare, including 3.5 million women and girls who are in urgent need of reproductive health care services. In conflict-affected regions, 70% to 80% of hospitals are non-operational, resulting in a dramatic rise in preventable diseases, widespread suffering, and elevated mortality rates. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): 

I’m in Australia, how can I help?

By donating to grassroots organisations and local NGOs that are directly involved in relief efforts. Here are a few suggestions: 

Please note before donating, it’s essential you verify the organisation and project to ensure your contribution reaches those in need. The Australian Muslim Women’s Centre for Human Rights cannot assume responsibility for this.

Keep talking about Sudan! 

“As we approach one year since this devastating conflict began, the world knows next-to-nothing about the full extent of the atrocities that are committed daily. Nothing is worse than seeing how truth has been suspended, like a patient sedated indefinitely.” (Hussein, M. (2024, February 20). The horror of war in Sudan: A journalist’s perspective. The New Humanitarian)  

It is crucial that we as a community, play our part and raise awareness and continue talking about the current situation in Sudan. The voices of those suffering are often silenced or unheard- share information about the crisis with your friends, family and social media to raise awareness & amplify their voices. 

Additionally, we must amplify and centre the voices of the Sudanese community, as they highlight firsthand experiences of the crisis. For a list of social media accounts to keep an eye on head to: AMWCHR (@amwchr) • Instagram photos and videos

Call on the Australian Government to act now 

Call on the Australian Government, urging them to provide tangible support for the Sudanese people. Head to the following links to access a pre-populated email template and examples:

The Australian Muslim Women’s Centre for Human Rights stands in solidarity with the people of Sudan and extend our thoughts to the Australian Sudanese community who have been devastated by this conflict.