Shrinking space in Israel-Palestine
We provide in-depth analysis of the measures taken by authorities in Israel and Palestine to restrict civil and political rights.
In the Israel-Palestine context, restrictions of civil and political rights, such as freedom of expression, association and peaceful assembly, and the right to public participation are increasing.
The Diakonia International Humanitarian Law Centre Jerusalem analyses the measures taken by Israeli and Palestinian authorities and the legal aspects of the shrinking space for civil society.
Call to Protect Civil Society Watchdogs in Israel-Palestine on Human Rights Day
This Human Rights Day, the IHL Centre calls upon States to ensure that civil society watchdogs can continue to document violations of international law in Palestine and Israel.
Legal brief
Legality of Restrictions on the Freedoms of Expression, Assembly, and Association in the Occupied Palestinian Territory
This publication examines the legality of restrictive measures applied by Israel in the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, that limit the exercise of the freedoms of expression, association, and assembly in light of Israel’s obligations under the law of occupation and IHRL.
Timeline
Interactive Timeline: Shrinking Space in Israel-Palestine
For many years, Israeli and Palestinian authorities have taken measures to restrict civil and political rights, such as the freedoms of expression, association, and peaceful assembly as well as the right to public participation. A timeline of examples.
Webinar recording and analysis
Reflections on Shrinking Space in Israel-Palestine
At a webinar hosted by the Diakonia International Humanitarian Law Centre Jerusalem, legal experts offered reflections on the gradual process of democratic erosion and encroachment on civil and political rights in the Israeli-Palestinian context.
Questions and Answers
Designation of Palestinian CSOs as “Terrorist Organisations”
Israeli authorities designated six Palestinian civil society groups as “terrorist organisations”. This Q&A assesses the lawfulness and the implications of these designations.