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alQaws Distributes Thousands of Flyers on University Campuses
On Tuesday morning, the 26th of March, dozens of activists from all around Palestine distributed thousands of flyers at universities in Palestine.
Tarwiha 2, Queer Youth Comics: Tackling Family Relationships
On Wednesday March 20, alQaws launched the second season of our queer youth comic series "Tarwiha", with a revamped visual style and a more nuanced educational …
Palestinian Queer Party | Friday 15.03.2019
Join us on Friday 15.03.2018 at the Duplex Club for Arabic dance music and Palestinian drag shows.
alQaws’ Impact in 2018: Visible & Persistent
In this report we share with you the main changes we've witnessed in our work, the cornerstones of our next 3-year strategic plan, and our biggest projects and …
Boycott Eurovision in Israel and Tel Aviv Pride
New call from Pinkwatching Israel - a global movement for queer powered BDS - to boycott Eurovision in Israel and Tel Aviv Pride.
Singing Sexuality Releases Last Single of 2018
In their new song, Haifa-based group Darbet Shams lyrically explores the struggles of being different from what is considered acceptable in society, calling for …
Tarwiha Comic Book Release and Discussion in Jerusalem
alQaws organized an open discussion event addressing sexual and gender diversity issues in schools, where we released our recently launched Tarwiha comic book.
Palestinian Queer Party | Friday 14.12.2018
Join us on Friday 14.12.2018 at the Duplex Club for Arabic dance music and Palestinian drag shows.
alQaws Launches “Tarwiha” Comic Book in Haifa
We read their stories online. Now it is time to see them on paper for us to keep and cherish.
alQaws in Summer ‘18
Summer '18 was chockfull of action for alQaws: celebrating the conclusion of some projects, relaunching others, and exploring new ventures.
alQaws Party & Fundraiser in NYC
Come join us for a night of performances and partying to raise funds for alQaws.
Support alQaws – Kickstart the Next 10 Years
Join us in celebrating 10 years, and support us as we embark on the next 10!
Palestinian Queer Party | Friday 05.10.2018
Join us on Friday 05.10.2018 at the Duplex Club for Arabic dance music and Palestinian drag shows.
alQaws Director talks to QX Magazine about Queer Organizing in Palestine
Haneen Maikey talks about alQaws and the transformation it's leading in Palestinian society
alQaws Releases Second Single from “Singing Sexuality 2”
The lyrics embark on a journey of empowerment, calling to confront and challenge everything that instills inside of us the fear, isolation, and violence …
alQaws Concludes Annual Training for Hotline Volunteers
The 8 new volunteers will join a committed activist team running alQaws' national hotline.
alQaws Concludes Third Academic School for Sexual and Gender Diversity
The event titled "On Violence: Sexual Politics in the Colonial Context of Palestine" ran for three days in Beit Jala.
Palestinian Queer Party | Friday 10.08.2018
Join us on Friday 10.08.2018 at the Duplex Club for Arabic dance music and Palestinian drag shows.
alQaws Holds Therapist Guidebook Discussions
In July, alQaws organized 3 events in Ramallah, Jerusalem, and Shefa-'Amr to discuss the guidebook among mental health professionals. Tens of therapists, …
alQaws Releases First Single from “Singing Sexuality 2”
The single is born out of the experience of many queer relationships, which constantly face social challenges and scrutiny.
alQaws Releases Comic Series Highlighting Queer Experiences at School
Four queer kids meet up after school to share the experiences, stories, and challenges they face during the day.
Palestinian Queer Party | Friday 22.06.2018
Join us on Friday 22.06.2018 at the Duplex Club for Arabic dance music and Palestinian drag shows.
Boycott the Tel Aviv International LGBT Film Festival 2018
New boycott call from Pinkwatching Israel - a global movement for queer powered BDS.
BOYCOTT TEL AVIV PRIDE 2018!
SAY NO TO PINKWASHING OF ISRAELI APARTHEID! Pinkwatching Israel – a global movement for queer powered BDS – is launching its new campaign "Boycott …