Curtin Student Solidarity Encampment
This Thursday 2 May, the Guild, with the support of numerous Guild clubs and organisations in Australia, is facilitating a Solidarity Encampment in solidarity with Palestine, and to protest Curtin’s connections to war, weapons manufacturing and the Israeli Defence Forces.
There will be a midday speak out at the Forum and a candlelight vigil for Gaza at 7pm. There will be ongoing activities being planned for the duration of the camp which are being coordinated with the support of the Curtin Palestinian Society.
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We understand that this is a difficult time for so many students, especially the Palestinian and Jewish communities at Curtin University. We will always prioritise the safety and well-being of all students. Please attend these events in peace and be respectful. Any instances of bullying, racism, islamophobia, antisemitism, queerphobia or ableism, will not be tolerated.
The Guild is calling on the university to:
- Divest from all weapons companies (Namely, Curtin’s partnerships with Lockheed Martin, Babcock Australasia, and Huntington Ingalls Industries).
- Disclose - Transparency of all university investments and research connections to companies that support or have ties to Israel, the Australian Defence Force and weapons manufacturing.
- Divest from all Israeli companies, and adhere to BDS standards, including divesting away from HP tech.
- Cut ties to Israeli universities.
- Publicly denounce the ongoing genocide in Gaza – including the destruction of every university in Gaza and the horrific killing of Palestinian students, academics, and staff.
Students are welcome to join in at any time at the encampment and are encouraged to camp with us.
Donations
If you wish to support the cause, we encourage you to donate to the Children of Gaza Crisis: Emergency Appeal by UNICEF Australia. Your donation will support children impacted by this emergency, and crisis around the world.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I need?
- Camping gear for cold/wet weather (tent, pillow, sleeping gear, toiletries, towels, etc.)
- Portable chargers (encouraged)
- Water bottle
- Any personal items you need for overnight stay(s)
The Guild can provide some tents and sleeping bags for those who do not have access to that, if you would like to borrow equipment from the Guild please contact Jasmyne Tweed via president@guild.curtin.edu.au
What about food?
Breakfast, lunch and dinner will be provided for those who are staying overnight.
What facilities will be available?
Students have 24/7 access to the TL Robertson Library. further information about access to other facilities like showers on campus will be available at the camp.
What happens if we are asked to move on?
Students, and members of the public who are invited by students have a right to be on campus. Students are encouraged to have their student ID on them at all times.
In the unlikely scenario that the police issue you a move-on notice, the Guild encourages students to follow the instructions of the police.
How will we attend classes?
Students are free to come and go from the camp as they please, however, the Guild encourages students to be able to spend as much time at the camp as possible.
There will be an organiser from the Guild present at all times.
What is acceptable behaviour?
Camp attendees are to be respectful of each other and each other's belongings.
Can I leave my tent and belongings at the camp unsupervised?
You are responsible for the safety of your own belongings and the Guild is not liable for lost, damaged or stolen items.
There will be a member of the Guild Executive Committee present at all times but they cannot guarantee the safety of your belongings.