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Start a Divestment Campaign
The divest-from-Israel movement is gaining unprecedented momentum both in the United States and around the world. On April 17, 2003, the Student Council at Wayne State University in Michigan voted to divest from all companies doing business in Israel. Divestment campaigns are also well underway at other university campuses across the country, and the movement is slowly spreading to the general public. Universities are a powerful force for divestment, with their large endowments and investment portfolios, but there are many other institutions you can target in your campaign. This page will help you identify your target institution and begin researching its holdings, define your campaign goals, create a petition, enlist support through media outreach and educational events, pass a divestment resolution, and connect with the global divestment movement. There are also a number of educational materials for you to print and use as you educate potential supporters. Be sure to refer to Global Exchange's "Divest From Israel" page for further background information and other resources. Keep us posted on your efforts and let us know how we can help! |