Jewish-Palestinian Alliance of Oregon – JPAO

Category: Events

JPAO related events

  • CLASS FILLED: A History of Palestine and Israel

    Mondays, March 16-May 18, 2026 @ 7- 8:30 pm

    Eastside Jewish Commons

    2420 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97232

    Class now full, to get on a waitlist, contact: imjcp25@gmail.com

    Instructor: Joel Beinin

    Join us for a 10-week course entitled “A History of Palestine and Israel,” taught by Joel Beinin, Donald J. McLachlan Professor of History and Professor of Middle East History, Emeritus at Stanford University. Joel is a member of Havurah Shalom in Portland. He has taught versions of this class several times in congregations in the Portland area and online nationally. His teachings are accessible and offer depth and insight.

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  • SUMUD: A Doctor’s Report on Genocide and Survival in Gaza

    Theatrical Premiere of SUMUD at Cinema 21

    Sunday February 8, 2026 4 pm

    Sumud (Arabic: صمود) meaning steadfastness or steadfast perseverance.

    Click to view the Film Trailer

    For more information visit: About SUMUD

    Cinema 21 link: https://www.cinema21.com/movie/sumud

  • Gaza is our home

  • The US-Israeli Alliance

    Panel Discussion January 15th,2026 – 7:00- 8:30 PM
    Fremont Methodist Church
    2620 NE Fremont Street, Portland, OR 97212

    To hear the audio of this event, courtesy of pdxjustice Media Productions, click here!

    To watch the video of this event, click here! .

    This panel will explore the strategic, economic, political and cultural dimensions of America’s support for Israel. Why has the US given more aid to Israel than any other country since the 1970s? The US and Israel share numerous military-industrial-surveillance technologies and other economic projects. America continues to protect and defend Israel
    regardless of Israel’s condemnation by the UN, International Court of Justice, International Criminal Court, and other international agencies.

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  • Vigil for Gaza

    Every Friday afternoon from 12 Noon to 1pm!

    Pioneer Courthouse Square

    701 SW 6th Ave, Portland, OR 97204

    Meet at Broadway and Yamhill
    The Jewish Palestinian Alliance of Oregon invites you to join in a weekly Friday vigil for Gaza at Pioneer Square.
    We have banners that state: Israel starving Gaza = Genocide and signs that state: Stop Arming Israel.
    If you would like to join us Please:

    • Wear black if you can .
    • Bring and wear Khafiya if you have one.
    • Use our available signage, rather than other messages.
    • Do not bring loud speakers or any structures such as tables.

      We hope to present a united front with these simple messages.

      Questions? Please contact us at imjcp25@gmail.com

  • Targeting Doctors in Gaza: Breaking the Silence

    Thursday, October 30⋅7:00 – 9:00pm
    Eliot Chapel, First Unitarian Church 1011 SW 12th Ave. in downtown Portland

    Vigil for Murdered Palestinian Health Care Workers – Officiant: Reverend Alex Awad

    “SUMUD: A Doctor’s Report on Genocide and Survival in Gaza”
    Short film by Jan Haaken

    Dr. Travis Meleen on his experiences in Gaza, summer 2025

    Host: Nadia Hasan, Beaverton City Councilor

    $5-20 donation admission

    No one turned away for lack of funds
    For more information

    https://www.facebook.com/events/779630034892465

    Disturbing Material Includes Images of War
    Sponsored by Jewish-Palestinian Alliance of Oregon, Extinction Rebellion, Economic Justice Action Group, Peace Action Group, UUJME, AUPHR, Veterans for Peace, American Council for Palestine, HCW for Palestine, JVP-Portland, Oregon PSR, Portland for Palestine, Rethinking Schools, Portland DSA
    Americans United for Palestinian Human Rights
    Created by: Peter Miller

  • Benefit Concert for the People of Gaza

    Friday, May 30th @ 7:30pm

    First Unitarian Church, Portland, Oregon

    This event was SOLD OUT!

    Dear Friends, From the bottom of our hearts — thank you.

    Your presence, your energy, and your compassion made last Friday’s concert an unforgettable evening of solidarity, culture, and hope. Together, we raised nearly $38,000 for the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund (PCRF) — funding vital medical care for children in Gaza.

    We are especially grateful to Seffarine and Amer Zahr for their extraordinary generosity and powerful performances. Seffarine’s stunning blend of musical traditions uplifted the soul, while Amer brought laughter, truth, and strength when we needed it most. (He even sold out of every book he brought!)

    If you missed the chance to grab one, signed books by Amer Zahr are available at: amerzahr.com

    We encourage you to keep the momentum going. PCRF’s work is far from done — and every contribution helps save lives. You can continue to support at:
    👉 Donate to PCRF

    Your support reminds us: our voices matter, our actions matter, and when we come together — we make a difference.

    With deepest gratitude,
    The JPAO Team
    (Jewish — Palestinian Alliance of Oregon)