The Charity Sector Has an Anti-Palestinian Racism Problem

“As we continue to see heartbreaking and harrowing images of death and destruction coming out of Gaza, so called ‘neutrality’ is no longer a credible option for charity leaders. Staying quiet in the face of genocide means normalising it, and charities are failing their charitable missions by not standing with the people of Palestine… 81% of staff reported that they are dissatisfied with their organisation’s response (or lack thereof) to Gaza. With a staggering 50% of staff saying they are “extremely disappointed” with their organisation’s handling of the situation in Gaza… The charity sector must ask itself honestly – does it see Palestinians as human beings and is it concerned about their suffering? The people who responded to our survey are the future of the sector, and it is time for the leaders of our charities to stand alongside them and with the people of Palestine.”