Please join Napa for Peace in Palestine for “The Path Forward” being held at the Napa Valley Center for Spiritual Living on Friday evening, July 17 from 7-9PM. It is a new documentary that weaves together the voices of Palestinians and Israelis in their efforts for peace and reconciliation. This 37 minute film will be followed by a facilitated discussion centered on audience reflections on the message of peace from activists in the film and on how/whether these messages and tactics can be applied to local Napa efforts that aim to start discussions about the status of Palestinians and Israelis.

A suggested $15 donation is appreciated to cover program costs. However, please note that cost is not a barrier — no one will be turned away who wants to see this film. Donations by cash at the door or by Venmo @Nancy-NordKanagy work best. Thank you! You can register with Eventbrite or email napa4palestineevents@gmail.com to reserve your space.

What does the film feature?

The short film features the stories of Israeli and Palestinian peace activists who have worked together before and after October 2023. One of the activists featured, Abu Sarah, states that, “People who believe that war is the only way, what scares them the most is people who are modeling a different future. Our route to freedom is a joint route. So I do have hope, and my hope is not in leaders or politicians who claim to be leaders. My hope is about the people who are like us, my colleagues, Israelis and Palestinians, who are refusing to fall into “If I’m Palestinian, I must hate all Israelis or Jews,” or “If I’m Israeli, I must hate all Palestinians,” and realizing that we are on the same side, those of us who believe in equality and justice and peace. And those who don’t yet, our mission is to convince those who don’t yet to join us and realize that bombing somebody else, killing a civilian, killing a human being, is never going to be the way to bring you safety and security, and that our route to freedom is a joint route.”