Atalya here. I spent 110 days in jail after refusing to serve in the Israeli military in 2017. Now, I'm the media manager at Refuser Solidarity Network. Last week, settlers attacked Palestinians and protective presence activists in the South Hebron Hills. Among them were some of my closest friends, people I have worked alongside for years. Their car, a lifeline for their protective presence work, was smashed beyond use. For days, they were stranded, unable to reach the families who rely on them for safety against constant settler harassment. When I saw their photos and heard their voices, I felt both fear and fury. But within hours, we shared their story on our social media channels, and something powerful happened. People from around the world rushed to help. Donations poured in. Thanks to that fundraiser, my friends now have a repaired car, and they are already back on the road, standing with the communities who need them most. ... read full post