A Value of Equality

The Palestinian – Israeli Conflict 

There are many people in our school communities who have been directly or indirectly affected by this conflict. Muslim and Jewish based discrimination is rising, and for some of us, we directly know family members or friends that have lost their lives or been affected in other ways. 

Regardless of the complexities and intricacies of this historic conflict, and ongoing tension, and irrespective of our individual religious or political stance, I am sure we can all unite in our compassion for those mothers and fathers that have lost their children in this conflict, and to those children who have been orphaned. Palestinian or Israeli, we wish for there to be safety for all children and families. 

The Golden Thread Alliance has a strong value of “Equality” and will support any child or family that is being affected by the current situation. We are also very aware of our responsibilities to provide a clear, non-threatening, age-appropriate response to any questions that may be posed by our own children. We also use a resource called “Picture News” which provides resources for schools and individual teachers to use in their lessons. 

It is important that we recognise the severity of the current situation, whilst remaining supportive of all sectors of the community. We send our thoughts, support and love to all children and families caught up in this crisis, and hope for a cease to all violent action as soon as possible. The Golden Thread Alliance will be supporting the current crisis by holding a collection, through buckets on the gate, on 11th March 2024 where any donations, large or small, will be sent to The Red Cross Israel and Occupied Palestinian Territory Appeal. 

Thank you as always, for your continued understanding and support. 

The Golden Thread Alliance