PALSHIELD is a community-based initiative focused on protective presence, emergency readiness, and civilian safety for Palestinian communities facing escalating violence and infrastructure neglect.Our work centers on at-risk towns and villages in the West Bank, where residents regularly face settler attacks, military incursions, restricted emergency access, and delayed medical response. PALSHIELD exists to help communities prepare, protect, and survive under these conditions.We operate with a defensive, humanitarian mandate—prioritizing de-escalation, preparedness, and life-saving capacity over confrontation.What We Do:PALSHIELD supports communities through practical, non-offensive protective measures, including:Civilian protective gear (helmets, PPE, fire extinguishers)Emergency medical preparedness (IFAKs, trauma and first-response supplies)Visibility and safety tools (lighting, basic communications, monitoring equipment)Local logistics and rapid-response supportCoordination with trusted community partners on the groundOur approach is town-by-town, allowing us to assess real needs, reduce waste, and minimize risk to local residents.How We Operate:Defensive and civilian-focused: No offensive activity or weaponsCommunity-led: Needs identified in coordination with local partnersRisk-aware: Discretion and operational security are essential for safetyDe-escalation oriented: Protection and deterrence, not provocationAccountability-driven: Funds managed under formal nonprofit oversightUse of Funds:Donations directly support:Protective and safety equipment for civiliansEmergency medical kits and first-aid suppliesLocal procurement and discreet logisticsReplacement and replenishment of deployed equipmentDocumentation and impact reporting (where safe)Some operational details are intentionally not made public to protect vendors, volunteers, and the communities we serve.Fiscal Sponsor:PALSHIELD operates under fiscal sponsorship with MENA Health, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.This means:All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by lawFunds are held, disbursed, and reported through MENA HealthPALSHIELD’s activities are subject to nonprofit compliance and oversightFiscal sponsorship allows PALSHIELD to operate responsibly while maintaining the discretion required for work in high-risk environments.Transparency & Updates:While some specifics cannot be shared publicly for safety reasons, we are committed to:Providing periodic updates on deployments and impactSharing non-sensitive photos, summaries, and outcomesMaintaining financial accountability through our fiscal sponsor

Join us at Radical Bean Cooperative featuring original canvases by Palestinian youth and artists from Chicago's Jerusalem Academy of the Arts, along with digital prints from Bab Al Deir Gallery in Bethlehem.This gallery is a living testimony of resilience, defiance, and memory. The works on display speak to the reality of life under occupation, the struggle for dignity, and the unbreakable bond between Palestinians in the homeland and diaspora.All proceeds from art sales will directly support:PALSHIELD’s work providing medical kits, fire extinguishers, protective gear, and early-warning tools to farming communities under attack in the West Bank.JAA’s programs that give Palestinian youth access to arts education, cultural preservation, and opportunities to share their stories with the world.As violence and land seizures continue to escalate in the West Bank — with over 24,000 dunams of land confiscated since last year and attacks on farmers at record levels — these efforts are urgent and lifesaving.Come stand with us, witness the art, and leave with something that carries this story forward.📍 Location: Radical Bean Cooperative, 123 E McMicken Ave, Cincinnati, OH📅 Date & Time: July 24th, 5:30p - 7:30pOur heartfelt thanks to Radical Bean Cooperative for opening their space and standing with us. Their support allows this work — and these voices — to reach more people.