RAFI for Palestine

Sunday 19 November 2023

In Parallel

Doors: 13:00, Main programme: 13:00

This event is free of charge and is raising funds for the humanitarian crisis in Palestine. Profits of the market will go directly to the organizations mentioned below. It is also possible to donate an amount by buying a ticket for this event.

Program is half seated, half standing

In light of the ongoing tragedy faced by the Palestinian people, Parallel and Paradiso are collaborating with the new Amsterdam-based collective, RAFI (Raising Awareness and Funds Initiative), to organize a day and nightprogram centered around raising awareness and funds, as the name suggests.

During the earlier hours of the day, there will be a market offering valuable goods like clothing, books, poetry, posters, and Palestinian merchandise. Alongside the market, there will be music provided by DJ’s and a space for conversation facilitated by RAFI.

After the market, the event transitions into a conversational and educational program. Collaborating with speakers well-versed in the situation in Palestine and maintaining an attentive attitude, the audience will be encouraged to explore a multitude of perspectives on the subjects.

Finally, the fundraiser will be concluded with music by, amongst others, rappers and DJ’s with affinity with the Palestinian cause.

Full line-up and program to be announced.

About RAFI:
Raising Awareness and Funds Initiative started out with a group of students, creatives, artists, but most importantly friends who were devastated by the escalation of the ongoing tragedies in Palestine. “Anger, fear, heartbreak, and grief took us to the streets, but love, listening, vocalizing and mobilizing locally, we believe, will have us make a wider impact.”

Can't make it to the event but still want to contribute? You can also donate an amount via this link.

Line-up

Club

Rafi For Palestine

Donations

For the donations, RAFI has chosen one larger and one smaller cause, both that work directly with the impacted. Our donations will be matched by our sponsor, so every euro you donate counts double!

Anera - Anera is delivering food and hygiene kits right now in Gaza, helping families displaced by the war.

Middle Eastern Childrens Alliance - Amidst the ongoing attack on Gaza, MECA team and partners are providing emergency assistance to families who have fled their homes to seek shelter with relatives as well as procuring emergency medical supplies for hospitals and clinics.

The event is free of charge, but it is possible to donate an amount by buying a ticket. All profits of the market will go directly to the organizations mentioned above.

Can't make it to the event but still want to contribute? You can also donate an amount via this link.

How to get to Parallel

Parallel is located at Buiksloterweg 5C in Amsterdam North, at the rear end of the Tolhuistuin building. To get there, catch one of the free ferries departing from Amsterdam Central Station to Buiksloterweg. Upon crossing the IJ river, take an immediate left and cross the Volewijck bridge. Turn right and continue walking until you reach Overhoeksplein. Here, you will find the Galgenveld bridge to your right. Crossing it, you will find the Tolhuistuin archway and Parallel’s entrance.

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