Western U encampment ends but action not over, activists say – London

Western U encampment ends but action not over, activists say – London

Descrease article font size Increase article font size The pro-Palestinian encampment at Western University is no more, but the group behind it says it will continue pushing for the university in London, Ont., to divest from Israel-connected funds in light of the ongoing conflict in Gaza amid the Israel-Hamas conflict. “After sixty days, the Western Divestment Coalition … Read more

Western U president suggests divestment from Israel not possible as encampment continues – London

Western U encampment ends but action not over, activists say – London

The president and vice-chancellor of Western University in London, Ont., has issued a statement roughly three weeks into a pro-Palestinian encampment on university grounds, in which he suggests that a principal demand from protestors is not feasible. Protestors under the group Western Divestment Coalition, like their counterparts at campuses across North America, have been calling … Read more

12-hour encampment at Western U draws more than 100 pro-Palestinian demonstrators – London

12-hour encampment at Western U draws more than 100 pro-Palestinian demonstrators – London

A pro-Palestinian encampment drew roughly 100 demonstrators to Western University in London, Ont., on Wednesday. Located out front of the University Community Centre, the encampment began around noon and consists of multiple tents, signs and speakers. Palestinian flags could be seen flying throughout the camp and signs call for an end to the Israel-Hamas conflict. … Read more