The Boycott Divestment Sanctions Movement
Adam Horowitz and Philip Weiss [The Nation] 9 June 2010 In April the student senate at the University of California, Berkeley, twice held...
www.bdsmovement.netHere’s the latest I can share based on current public reporting up to now.
- Overview: The Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement remains active globally, with ongoing campaigns targeting institutions and companies linked to the Israeli occupation, alongside related human rights and solidarity actions.[1][4]
- Recent wins and actions: Several governments and institutions have announced divestment or restricted ties with entities connected to the occupation in response to activist pressure. Notably, pension funds and banks in various countries have divested from or limited exposure to firms implicated in activities in the Palestinian territories.[2][1]
- U.S. and global activity: In the United States and Europe, BDS-related campaigns continue at universities, unions, and activist networks, with new campaigns and resolutions appearing periodically. Recent summaries document multiple institutional divestments and policy shifts driven by BDS advocacy, alongside counter-mobilizations by critics.[3][8]
- Legislative and policy context: BDS-related developments intersect with broader debates on trade, sanctions, and foreign policy; some governments have adopted or explored measures that limit engagement with certain entities tied to the occupation, while others face legal and political pushback regarding these campaigns.[5][9]
- Criticism and countervailing trends: Opponents argue BDS undermines dialogue and harms civilian populations, while supporters frame it as a nonviolent tool to pressure for rights and a just solution. Coverage often highlights both sides, including debates within unions and universities about how to implement divestment or boycott measures.[8][9]
Would you like a tightly focused briefing for one region (e.g., Europe, North America, or Latin America) or for a specific sector (universities, pension funds, or financial institutions)? I can pull together a concise timeline of recent actions and key players with links. If you want, I can also search for the very latest items from today and provide a short digest with sources.