Demand Australia Acts against Israel’s torture of Palestinians.
Israel is torturing Palestinians into submission.
Israel’s prison system and use of torture is a serious violation of international law. Australia has a clear obligation to act. This is your clear and key message. A succinct and focused message is harder to ignore.
Be Direct: Make a Clear Ask.
You want Australia to sanction Israel over its use of torture. You want your MP to convey this message to Foreign Minister Penny Wong.
Back It up with Credible Evidence.
Ground your argument in fact. You can use Francesca Albanese’s most recent UN report, Torture and Genocide. You can also refer to evidence from other reputable human rights organisations and investigations. We have a list of reports and articles at the end of our fact sheet.
Put a Human Face to Your Message.
Statistics don’t move people, human stories do. Share the real story of a Palestinian prisoner that was subject to torture to make the impact undeniable and immediate. This turns an abstract issue into a human one. We have several prisoner profiles you can use on our website.
Invoke International Law and Australia’s Obligations.
Australia is bound by international law, including the UN Convention Against Torture, the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, and the Geneva Convention. These international instruments create a responsibility for third states to act.
Demand Accountability and Follow Up.
Don’t let the conversation end here. Ask your MP to confirm when they have spoken to Penny Wong, to convey your demands, and to share her response. Don’t be afraid to be persistent if you don’t hear back.