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The weekly email with details of What’s on in Glasgow for Palestine during the next 10 days.
(Supported by Scottish Friends of Palestine).
Wednesday 28th Jan 2026 No. 105
INFORMATION & PERSONAL ACTIONS
Hope for my Family: Huge thanks to all who responded two weeks ago. The year-long campaign has now reach the 20% of the target. If you missed this it is a campaign by a Glasgow Palestinian family to raise funds for relatives in Gaza. The family are well known and highly regarded in Scottish Palestine solidarity circles. Their story, like many others, is harrowing. Even if you can’t give, you should read the very personal situation report.
What can I do? Organise and use the available levers as Craig Murray has done!! One man’s initiative has secured a Judicial Review. We might not all achieve such success, but we can all do something!! Report from the National Newspaper: A LEGAL bid to overturn the Palestine Action proscription through the Scottish courts has passed a major milestone as judges have approved plans for a judicial review. It has been confirmed by the Court of Session there will be a full judicial review hearing on March 17 and 18 following a procedural hearing on February 23.
Fundraiser for Gaza and Sudan: Mothers against Genocide want to reach their target of £3,000 by end of Feb. Please give what you can and share with your contacts. This will be evenly distributed among the following organisations: GINA, Sameer Project and Funders for Mutual Aid in Sudan Donate here.
Fundraising for MSF Read the story of the amazing couple, Mareem-Nik and Amin-Forbes, who are currently fundraising for Médecins Sans Frontières / Doctors Without Borders by getting ready for skydiving from 10,000 feet. Check here
The call for justice: Daily, Weekly, Monthly, Always: As there are so many recurring items these are now shown on a separate page here
You may have heard about the new Australian laws to suppress supporters of Palestine. But you will be hearing little about the real right-wing, anti-Immigrant, anti-Semites. See here And in the UK the Police are also using the false claim of fighting anti-Semitism to suppress any show of support for Palestine claiming Globalise the Intifada is anti-Semitic. See BBC here What the Police really mean is they will do anything to support the UK Government’s complicity in Genocide.
In whose interest? Discerning truth is challenging!! Israel says Hamas were withholding the body of the last remaining captive. Palestinian Islamic Jihad say they provided definitive location info 3 weeks ago, but Israel delayed, in order to prolong the closure of the Rafah and continue the Genocide. Israel still holds the bodies of over 700 Palestinians. And 9000 hostages. Free the Palestinian Hostages: Red ribbon campaign gaining traction. More And See Palestine National Initiative leader, Mustafa Barghouti explains
EVENTS IN DATE ORDER
Gaza Poet in Glasgow: An evening of poetry with Mohammed Moussa. Henry Bell (author of Red Threads) interviews the Gazan poet on the launch of his debut poetry collection ‘The face before you’. 1900 Tues 27 Jan. Waterstones, 174-176 Argyll St., G2 8BT. Tickets
Partition and the Nakba is the title of the 3 talks in a series of 9 “It started long before 7th Oct: Zionism’s victims”. 20:00 every Tuesday for 7 more weeks. Register Video recording of the talks from first two weeks (13 & 20 Jan) available Here and here
The Voice of Hind Rajab goes on general release this week. A very difficult film to watch. But it should be seen. Those who have seen it, will never forget. One more appalling example of the Genocidal nature of Israel’s murderous attacks on Palestinians. From now until Thu 29 Jan. Tickets
Diary of a Spice Seller by Mohammed Yasser Al-Batniji is the latest event by the Book Club on Palestine which gives an unforgettably moving account that combines memoir, poetry, and graphic diaries to tell the history of 700 days of genocidal war on Gaza, seen through the eyes of a Palestinian teenager. Reviewed in a conversation with Glasgow Poet and publisher Jonathan Wonham, and Avigail Abarbanel. 1900 Wed 28 Jan. By Zoom, register here
Screening and clothes-sale for Gaza: GSA Students’ Association is hosting a selection of short films, discussion and clothes sale. Free entry. Donations of £5 welcome. Proceeds for Gazan families. 1800-2100 Wed 28 Jan. The Art School, 20 Scott St., G3 6RJ. Tickets
Keffiyeh Sale: £18 each with 50% donated to mutual aid and the rest supporting student activism on campus. 1100-1600 Thurs 29th Jan. Bottom of Library Hill, University of Glasgow, Hillhead St, G12 8QE. Info
Islam and boycott: Join Glasgow University Middle Eastern & North African Society for a thoughtful discussion about boycotting in Islam and what it means. 1800 Thu 29 Jan. Boyd Orr Building Room 407, University Ave, G12 8SP
Liberation Reading Group: Glasgow University Justice for Palestine Society invites you to come along and exchange ideas on the theme of resistance. All texts provided. No prior knowledge needed. DM for location. 1800 Fri 30th Jan. Info and link for DM
Palestinian Ceilidh!! Yep you read it right! PalCeilidh’s back for 2026: Not just Scottish but traditional Palestinian Dabke Dance too! In collaboration with ZarifAtToul-AsSamer, a fundraising social enterprise project that helps orphans and mothers in the Palestinian camps of Jordan and Gaza, plus a stall selling Palestinian goods. ‘Ceilidhs keep communities connected’. By PalCafé. 2000 Fri 30 Jan, Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church Hall – entrance from Loudon Terrace G12 9AR Tickets Sold out. Waiting list in operation.
Home Bargains BDS action day: Join the protest against Home Bargains this Saturday for selling Israeli goods while Palestinians suffer. 1400 1530 Sat 31 Jan. More info GGEC X and GGEC BDS Glasgow Instagram
The Liberated Zone again this week in collaboration with @thepenpalcollective @solidarityscreeningsglasgow @listengallery @gsa.palestinesolidaritysociety among others. Full programme out shortly includes kids’ activities, readings, literature exchange, music and more. This will be a weekly event, raising funds for the Gaza Skate Team and Gaza mutual aid funds. The organisers say this will put pressure on the CCA and Creative Scotland to boycott Israel and recruit new trustees from the community. Come along as a host, volunteer or visitor. 1400 - late, Sat 31 Jan. CCA, 350 Sauchiehall St, G2 3JD.
Annual MENA Ball: Glasgow University Students’ Representative Council host Middle Eastern and North African Society’s (MENA) 5th annual ball. Free photobooth and photographer, DJ and Halal meal. Dress code: black tie/cultural. Entry: £50. 1830-1230 Sat 31 Jan. John McIntyre Building, University of Glasgow, G12 8QQ. Tickets Sold out, may be waiting list.
Charity Qawaali, Bollywood & Fashion Night: A magical night filled with soulful music, vibrant fashion, and community spirit! Sufi Qawwali & Classic Bollywood with a Fashion Show. A Family Geet-Sangeet Night…In Support of Palestine & Sudan. By T&R Glam Fusion Events. 1800 – 2200, Sun 1 Feb, Normandy Hotel, Inchinnan Road, Renfrew. PA4 9EJ More and tickets
Bedouin cultural heritage: Shifting Grounds: Bedouin Cultural Heritage in Jordan’s Badia: Free to attend book launch documents the living traditions, stories and knowledge of Bedouin communities, featuring a discussion between the two authors, Gazua Eluan and Olivia Mason. A wonderful opportunity to gain a unique insight. 1800-1930 Tues 3 Feb. Mitchell Library, North St, G3 7DN. Info & tickets
Defend the right to Protest: Public meeting with speakers, Nida Jafri (Brize Norton 5); Jade Eckhaus (Leading Jewish anti-Zionist); Stuart Graham (Unison leader, chair Glasgow TUC and much more); and a Speaker from Defend Our Juries hosted by Glasgow TUC and Stop the War Scotland. 1900 Wed 4 Feb. Renfield Centre, 260 Bath St. G2 4JP
Forth Valley Solidarity: Discussion event with speakers fighting for Palestinian freedom: on Freedom Flotillas, British politics, being informed and boycotting. Speakers: Dr Yvonne Ridley, Brian Leishman MP and special guest Dr Hasan Nowarah, General manager at Friends of Palestine, and a Palestinian activist, is from Gaza and has lost many family members there. His mission is to raise awareness of the plight of the Palestinians. 1900 – 2030 Feb 12. Sensory Centre, Redbrae Rd, Camelon, Falkirk, FK1 4DD
Live from Tulkarem, West Bank: An urgent discussion with speakers on imperialism and community resistance, organised by the Young Communist League and SPSC, this event centres voices from the ground — sharing lived experiences of occupation, repression, and the everyday reality of resistance. Listen, learn, and strengthen collective solidarity with communities in Palestine. 1900 Thu 5 Feb. The Ark, 70 Coplaw St, G42 7JG.
‘On This Land’, by Scotland-based artists. Fundraiser event featuring new photography exhibition with a range of solidarity activities on offer for all ages, supported by @thepenpalcollective Skate lessons, DJ sets & music from Kute, Stuart Braithwaite and more. Support Gaza Soup Kitchen and Sudan Solidarity Collective: All welcome. 1300 – 1900 Sat 7th Feb. Govan Project Space, G51 1HJ. Voluntary donation £5-10, if you can.
National Demo, Glasgow: Date for the diary NOW. Sat 14 Feb. (Provisionally at 1300)
Rishmawi brothers to speak in Glasgow: From Bethlehem the brothers have worked together in promoting the heritage and culture of Palestine, including establishing the Palestinian Heritage Trail, a route connecting communities from Jenin to Hebron, including Jerusalem which is visited by trekkers from around the world. During their visit, Nidal and George will be speaking on, “Life Under Occupation: The Daily Struggle of Ordinary Palestinians” and “Cultural Heritage Under Threat: Preserving Identity Amid Occupation”. As well as being a prominent Christian leader and an environmental authority, outwith the more formalised politics of Palestine, George is a major player. He co-founded "Palestine summer encounters" which is bringing largish numbers of volunteers mainly from the USA to the West Bank, for exposure to reality. Probably most significantly, he was also a co-founder of the non-violent "International Solidarity Movement" (ISM) which has played a vitally important role in increasing understanding via alumni such as the Electronic Intifada’s Asa Winstanley, although at a high cost, with quite a few injuries and fatalities at the hands of the IDF, such as Rachel Corrie and Thomas Hurndall. 1630 Sun 15 Feb. Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church Hall – entrance from Loudon Terrace G12 9AR Tickets being released this week on PalCafé Website.
Charity ‘Sisters’ Iftar for Gaza: Fundraiser to support orphaned children in Gaza. We’ve pledged to raise £10,000, and we’d love you to join us for a warm, community charity iftar with purpose at the heart of it. Hosted by: Farah Hussain, Nabeela Arshad, Saeeda Ramzan & Saadiah Arfan (with support from our sister Rida behind the scenes) in partnership with Human Appeal. 1600 – 1900 Fri Feb 20 The Ark & Radio Ramadan365 70 Coplaw St, Glasgow G42 7JG Info and tickets
Ramadan Charity Iftar: 3 course Iftar to support the brothers and sisters in Palestine. Evening of community, compassion, and giving at this Ramadan 2026 Charity Iftar, proudly presented by Shadi Biyah Wale in partnership with Human Appeal. 1600 – 2000, Sun Feb 22. At Namak Mandi, 100 Norfolk St. G5 9EJ Info and tickets
World Renowned Archaeologist is coming to Glasgow to share her extraordinary life’s work. By the age of 6 with her parents Claudine had visited most of the great archaeological sites of ancient Iraq and had decided that she would be an archaeologist. Dr Claudine Dauphin, Professor of Archaeology and specialist in Middle East studies with a strong, personal interest in Palestine and its people. By Scottish Friends of Palestine. 1400 Sat 28 Feb. Renfield Centre, 260 Bath St. G2 4JP More and Tickets
A Grain of Sand: A one-woman show that takes an intimate look at war through the eyes of a child, blending Palestinian folklore with real-life testimonies from children in contemporary Gaza. Renad’s story is one of resilience, hope and the right of children to be children. Commissioned by London Palestine Film Festival. 1945 (60 mins) 13 & 14 Mar. Citizens Theatre - Studio Theatre, 119 Gorbals St, G5 9DS Tickets
No Sportswashing of Genocide: Says GGEC’s Show Israeli Genocide the Red Card group as Scotland’s women's football team is drawn to play against Israel again in the World Cup qualifiers. Write to the Scottish Football Association and John Swinney MSP to stop this game and demand UEFA and FIFA ban Israel from football across the world. Diarise Scotland home games now! 7 Mar; 14 Apr; & 9 Jun. Write to them here
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