Speaker + Phone Zap Series

Each month, we’ll hear from a guest on a topic related to Palestine. Then we'll take action together by calling our MPs to demand they support a full arms embargo on Israel!

Scripts and email templates will be provided and facilitators will be present to support you. No prior experience needed.

Be sure to sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date with information about how to register for the next zap!

February 17 (12:00 p.m.) – National Day of Action

Join Arms Embargo Now on the National Day of Action to Close the Loopholes. Together we will collectively push our MPs to pick a side: Will they continue to funnel unrestricted arms to Israel’s ongoing genocide? or Vote YES to respect international law. Register directly with Arms Embargo Now.

February 17 (8:00 p.m.) – Mennonite Action Canada

Join Mennonite Action Canada in calling on our MPs to vote in favour of Bill C-233 to close loopholes that turn our arms embargo into Swiss cheese. Register directly with Mennonite Action Canada.

February 26 (7:00 p.m.) – NDP Leadership Candidate Tony McQuail on Bill C-233

Join us and hear from NDP Leadership Candidate Tony McQuail about the importance of this bill and how people can best communicate with their MPs to ensure it is passed. Register with us on Action Network!

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FAQ

What's a phone zap?

A phone zap is a collective way to put pressure on elected officials to stand up for a free Palestine. When we call elected officials together, their staff must log our calls to take note of our demands. The “zap” is us forcing attention on the issue because we’re collectively flooding inboxes at the same time.

What happens during a phone zap?

You'll join a Zoom meeting for 75 minutes. The first 25 minutes will be dedicated to our guest speaker and we'll get to learn together each month on a different topic relating to Palestine. After that, we'll provide tips for calling your MP and go over templates and talking points together. Then, we'll all go on mute and call government representatives individually while still remaining in the Zoom room. For the last 5 minutes of the hour, we'll connect again to debrief and tally how many calls and emails were made!

How do I know what to say?

Templates, talking points, and scripts will be provided, and facilitators will be on hand to help. You will have the opportunity to watch a demo call and ask any questions you may have before calling your MP.

How do I join?

Once you register, you'll get an email with the link to join the Zoom meeting and the option to add the event to your calendar. That's all you need to do in advance!