I acknowledge an organisation that has channelled grief, distress and helplessness into action, care and compassion. Palestinian Christians in Australia will host its third annual gala since its establishment. As with each of its events since the war in Gaza began over 12 months ago, the gala will also raise funds to support newly arrived refugees from Gaza in Australia. Held in the heart of Liverpool, the gala will showcase Palestinian art created by people who have recently arrived from Gaza; the history of Palestinian Tatreez, which is a traditional form of Palestinian embroidery; music and dabke performances; and Palestinian cuisine. Palestinian Christians in Australia do vital work locally, working closely with the NSW Refugee Health Service and other organisations to provide support and care to those who have fled the ongoing humanitarian crisis that is unfolding. I recognise the work of Palestinian Christians in Australia and look forward to continuing to support its vital work as it helps newly arrived Palestinians process their trauma and try to rebuild their lives in Western Sydney.
Palestinian Christians in Australia
22 November 2024