Advocating for Arab Communities in Canada
Challenging anti-Arab and anti-Palestinian racism, and representing Arab perspectives in the legal profession, public sector and media.
SHARE WIDELY: The ACLA is conducting a research project focused on the criminalization of Palestine solidarity activism in the Greater Toronto Area.
We are looking to interview people:
who have been arrested for Palestine solidarity activities or have had police interactions.
who have provided arrestees with legal support, mental health or other health support, community or campus supports or other related supports.
studying police and protests.
with other relevant experience or expertise.
This work would not be possible without the labour and collaboration from the Legal Support Committee. Funding with the support from the Government of Canada.
To learn more or to schedule an interview, please sign up here: http://bit.ly/4fgh69Z
Recent Reports
Anti-Palestinian Racism: Naming, Framing and Manifestations
ACLA’s Anti-Palestinian Racism report is a resource that provides a description of anti-Palestinian racism; explains how it operates to silence discourse on Palestine; and outlines the impacts of anti-Palestinian racism on individuals and the broader community.
Supporting ARAB COMMUNITIES
Founded in 2005, ACLA is a national association committed to providing professional support for the Arab legal community and advocating on behalf of Arab communities in Canada.