CAPJ’s engagement on Palestine is rooted in:
Opposition to unconditional U.S. military support to Israel
Commitment to Palestinian rights, freedom, and liberation
Defense of civil liberties in the face of surveillance, intimidation, and criminalization of Palestine advocacy
Cross-movement solidarity against authoritarian violence and repression
WEBINARS
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Establishing a New Policy for Israel/Palestine
Recorded January 13, 2026
Webinar featuring former U.S. State Department official Josh Paul on what it would take to advance a more just U.S. policy in the Middle East. He offers a timely overview of the current situation in Gaza, the West Bank, and the wider region, situating events on the ground within the broader framework of U.S. policy toward Israel and Palestine. He briefly examines key legal questions raised by these policies and explores their real-world humanitarian and political consequences. The discussion concludes with an analysis of the current U.S. political landscape and the possible paths forward for policy change and accountability, as well as audience Q&A.
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Sumud at Sea: Brother's Bold Stand with the Gaza Flotilla
Recorded October 20, 2025
Community Alliance for Peace and Justice organized a virtual event with Adnaan and Tor Stumo, two brothers who were aboard the Sumud Global Flotilla. They shared their first-hand account of the humanitarian mission, their arrest by Israeli authorities, and insights from their experience.
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From Qatar to Iran: Regional Implications of Israel's Genocide in Gaza
Recorded October 6, 2025
Two years into the genocide in Gaza and amid Israel’s unprecedented strikes on Qatar and Iran, how has this wave of aggression eroded prospects for Palestinian liberation, reshaped Gulf alliances, and impacted the Middle East's delicate power balance? Watch our discussion on regional shifts and President Trump's Gaza plan with two preeminent Middle East experts, Dr. Trita Parsi and Professor John Mearsheimer.
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Your Wallet, Your Voice: Take a Stand for Palestine
Recorded September 3, 2025
We explored impactful ways to advocate for Palestinian liberation. This session features expert insights on leveraging BDS to influence policy and public opinion in support of Palestinian rights, especially in today’s complex U.S. political climate.
Alongside featured speakers Riham Barghouti and Rebecca Vilkomerson, we were joined by Adil Abbutalha, founder of the BoyCat app. Adil’s work makes it easier than ever to align everyday purchases with our values — offering a practical digital tool for identifying boycott targets, even while standing in a convenience store.
With these three voices together, the conversation offered a 360-degree view of the BDS landscape — from grassroots organizing and political strategy to innovative tech tools for economic action.
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Pro-Palestinian Activism: the Road Ahead Amid Political Upheaval
Recorded March 23, 2025
Leading activists Huwaida Arraf and Rabbi Alissa Wise share insights and practical guidance for activists, students, educators, and community leaders involved with pro-Palestinian activism in these turbulent times.
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The Suffering in Gaza and a Region in Turmoil One Year On
Recorded October 15, 2024
Laila El Haddad, Trita Parsi, and Peter Beinart joined us to take stock of the situation in Gaza, the region, and beyond.
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The Israel-Gaza War: Implications for the Region and U.S. Foreign Policy
Recorded January 17, 2024
As Israel’s war on Gaza surpasses 100 days, more than 24,000 Palestinians have been killed, almost 2 million displaced, and countless others injured. With little hope of a ceasefire, Israel’s continued targeting of Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iranian officials in Lebanon and Syria, Houthi maritime attacks in the Red Sea, and the U.S.-led coalition’s retaliatory strikes against Houthi bases in Yemen mark significant escalations. Given the current scenario, what are the prospects of a full-blown regional conflict in the Middle East? How will Iran and the Gulf states respond to recent developments? What domestic and regional factors will shape U.S. policy in the coming weeks? Renowned Middle East and Iran scholar, Dr. Trita Parsi, provides an in-depth analysis on the emerging situation.

