Trafalgar Square Counter-Demonstration, 10/1/2009
Although not covered by the mainstream media, the counter-demonstration to the Trafalgar Square pro-Israel rally on Sunday, 11 January 2009 was highly effective in showing that Jews in Britain do not speak with one voice in support of Israel’s actions in Gaza. Responding to calls from IJV, together with JfJfP and other groups, some 200 demonstrators, carrying banners calling for an end to the carnage, made a strong showing.
Our signatories confirm that a visible Jewish/Israeli presence at anti-war demonstrations is proving a powerful tool for building bridges of goodwill and understanding with Muslim communities, essential when the events in the Middle East threaten to provoke an increase in antisemitism here.
IJV banners are available for those planning to attend further demonstrations. Please contact us at info@ijv.org.uk