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Queer activists spoof YMCA in Graham Norton appeal to boycott Eurovision
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Queer activists spoof YMCA in Graham Norton appeal to boycott Eurovision

Queer activists today (May 10) released a spoof version of YMCA to urge Graham Norton to boycott Eurovision, because of Israel’s treatment of Palestinians.Norton is due to host BBC coverage of

Roger Waters: Madonna, don't play Tel Aviv
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Roger Waters: Madonna, don't play Tel Aviv

Roger Waters has written in the Guardian imploring Madonna not to play in Tel Aviv as part of the upcoming Eurovision song contest finals. He writes:...am I prepared to stand behind my

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Palestinian artists urge all finalists to withdraw from Eurovision 2019

A group of Palestinian artists have published a letter in the Irish Times urging all finalists to withdraw from Eurovision 2019 of this year's Eurovision Song Content, due to be held in Tel

Open letter to Graham Norton
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Open letter to Graham Norton

Dear Graham,We are writing to you, as Palestinians and allies concerned with human rights and equality, to urge you to withdraw from commentating on Eurovision 2019, due to be held in Tel

PinkNews covers calls for Madonna to boycott Eurovision
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PinkNews covers calls for Madonna to boycott Eurovision

In a statement released today (April 11) to PinkNews, Alia Malak of PACBI said that Madonna had previously expressed her support for Palestinians. She referenced an Instagram post from 2014 in which Madonna

If Madonna really wanted to support Palestinian children, she'd cancel her Eurovision performance in Tel Aviv
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If Madonna really wanted to support Palestinian children, she'd cancel her Eurovision performance in Tel Aviv

Rumours swirling since January that Madonna will perform at the Eurovision Song Contest in Tel Aviv next month were confirmed on Monday by the European Broadcasting Union.And despite the repeated refrain from

Eurovision has turned into a ‘pinkwashing’ opportunity for Israel – the LGBT+ community should boycott it
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Eurovision has turned into a ‘pinkwashing’ opportunity for Israel – the LGBT+ community should boycott it

It could not be clearer that nothing is apolitical where Israel is concerned. That’s why the idea that holding Eurovision in Israel is “just a bit of fun”, is so misguided.In

"Cultural Boycott" song translated into five languages, more on the way...
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"Cultural Boycott" song translated into five languages, more on the way...

In February, London Palestine Action released a song in support of the Palestinian call for the boycott of Eurovision 2019, which will be taking place in Israel later this year.Since then the

Brian Eno: Israel must not be allowed to use Eurovision as a propaganda tool
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Brian Eno: Israel must not be allowed to use Eurovision as a propaganda tool

Brian Eno writes in the Guardian:“Those of us who make art and culture for a living thrive on free and open communication. So what should we do when we see culture becoming

Love Eurovision, hate apartheid! Protest at BBC HQ
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Love Eurovision, hate apartheid! Protest at BBC HQ

London Palestine Action lead a colourful karaoke protest outside of the BBC’s headquarters in London on Friday February 8th right before the BBC aired  “You Decide”, a programme selecting Britain's representative for

"Yes, BDS!" protest song at Love Eurovision, Hate Apartheid action
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"Yes, BDS!" protest song at Love Eurovision, Hate Apartheid action

Watch the video and find the lyrics here!

'Boycott Israel Eurovision' song released by London activist group
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'Boycott Israel Eurovision' song released by London activist group

Palestinian activists in London have released a song calling for the boycott of Eurovision 2019, which will be taking place in Israel later this year.The song, 'Cultural Boycott' by Eurodivision parodied 'Making

A Message for Mel
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A Message for Mel

Ahead of Eurovision: You Decide on Friday 8 February, subverts appeared across London with a message for Mel Giedroyc. Playing on the Great British Bake Off logo, the posters had fans asking Mel

Open Letter to Mel Giedroyc
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Open Letter to Mel Giedroyc

Dear Mel,We have learned of your upcoming role co-hosting the BBC’s ‘You Decide’ show, which will select Britain’s representative for Eurovision 2019, hosted in Israel, and we ask you to

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Palestine Campaigners Protest at BBC in Salford over Israel Hosting Eurovision

A pro-Palestine campaign group held a demonstration at MediaCityUK in Salford last Saturday (December 1), to protest Israel hosting next year’s Eurovision Song Contest.The Manchester branch of the Palestine Solidarity Campaign

Palestine Solidarity Campaign: Protest at BBC Headquarters in London
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Palestine Solidarity Campaign: Protest at BBC Headquarters in London

Protest calling on BBC to withdraw from the 2019 Eurovision Song Contest hosted by Israel to avoid being complicit in Israel's ongoing violations of Palestinian human rights.

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No Pride in Israeli Apartheid: Time to #BoycottEurovision2019

Culture has always served as a powerful weapon. It can fuel progressive mass movements and it can also be used as a tool of propaganda against them. Israel is no stranger to using

Manchester Palestine Action: Protest at BBC Headquarters in Salford
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Manchester Palestine Action: Protest at BBC Headquarters in Salford

Protest at the BBC Headquarters in Salford Quays calling on BBC to withdraw from the 2019 Eurovision Song Contest hosted by Israel.

London queers say NO to Israel’s pinkwashing, NO to Netta!
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London queers say NO to Israel’s pinkwashing, NO to Netta!

Last night, while willing cultural ambassador for Israeli apartheid Netta Barzilai played at LGBT club Heaven, London Palestine Action took to the street outside and staged a beautiful, musical, glittery, rainbow-coloured, queer-led BDS

London Palestine Action: Protest Against Israel's Eurovision Winner Netta Barzilai
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London Palestine Action: Protest Against Israel's Eurovision Winner Netta Barzilai

Queer-led creative protest outside Heaven nightclub saying no to the pinkwashing and artwashing of Israel’s crimes, no to Netta’s whitewashing of Israel’s crimes, and no to Eurovision in apartheid Israel.

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#DontToyWithApartheid: LGBTQ Groups Demand Boycott of Israeli Singer's Gay Club Concert

A group of queer pro-Palestinian activists are to stage a 'musical protest' outside the London gay nightspot Heaven, demanding the club cancel a planned gig by Israeli singer Netta Barzilai, this year's Eurovision

Open letter to Heaven nightclub
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Open letter to Heaven nightclub

Dear Jeremy Joseph,On November 21st, Netta Barzilai, Israel’s 2018 Eurovision winner, will perform at Heaven. We would like to outline the reasons why we – as Palestinians, queers and allies – strongly oppose

PACBI Statement: Netta Barzilai, Cultural Ambassador for Israel’s Regime of Occupation and Apartheid
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PACBI Statement: Netta Barzilai, Cultural Ambassador for Israel’s Regime of Occupation and Apartheid

As Israel's Eurovision winner, Barzilai represents the state and participates in the Israeli government's rebranding efforts to perpetuate a false sense of normalcy, while whitewashing its violations of Palestinian human rights and international

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Leading Artists Publish Letter in 'The Guardian' Calling for Boycott of Eurovision 2019

A letter in support of the Eurovision boycott has been published in the Guardian: We, the undersigned artists from Europe and beyond, support the heartfelt appeal from Palestinian artists to boycott the Eurovision

Palestinian Artists and Broadcast Journalists: 'Boycott Eurovision 2019!'
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Palestinian Artists and Broadcast Journalists: 'Boycott Eurovision 2019!'

June 12, 2018 We, the undersigned Palestinian Journalists’ Syndicate and network of Palestinian cultural organizations, call on members of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), participating states, contestants and the wider public to boycott

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