Freedom of Movement
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One of the basic rights most consistently infringed upon in the Occupied Territories is freedom of movement, especially since construction of the Separation Barrier. As a result of the Separation Barrier, whole communities have been isolated and travel has become contingent upon access to checkpoints maintained by the IDF. This restriction of movement affects access to schools, hospitals, family members, and employment while only further solidifying the distinction between Israeli citizens and those living under the Occupation.
ACRI utilizes the courts to ensure accountability at border crossings in order to protect the dignity of the Palestinians that rely on them and to oppose the construction of new roadblocks. ACRI also advocates within the legal system on behalf of Palestinian activists and human rights defenders to oppose bans on travel outside of the territories based on their status as activists, particularly when the information used to defend such a decision by the State is undisclosed.
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ACRI Presents: Five Facts about the Jordan Valley
August 23, 2011
Did you know… That 90% of the residents of the Jordan Valley are Palestinians? According to a poll commissioned … Read more
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Average Israelis, how much do you know about the Jordan Valley?
June 13, 2011
Apparently, not enough. A public opinion survey commissioned by the Association for Civil Rights in Israel (ACRI) reveals: the majority … Read more
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New Season of Action-A-Day: The Jordan Valley
June 6, 2011
ACRI’s Action-A-Day project provides the Israeli public with accessible, simple ways – one per day – to help promote the … Read more
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Petition: Stop Revoking Permits of E. Jerusalem Palestinians
April 10, 2011
In a petition submitted to the High Court of Justice on 7 April 2011, HaMoked: Center for the Defense of … Read more
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“High Court Endorsed Systematic Discrimination”
April 6, 2011
The Association for Civil Rights in Israel (ACRI) and HaMoked: Center for the Defence of the Individual harshly criticized … Read more