As the world moves into 2025, the Palestinian struggle for freedom, justice, and equality remains central to the global discourse. Yet, there is an essential twist to this narrative: the power of solidarity between Black, Brown, and Palestinian communities. The Palestinian cause is not just a Middle Eastern issue—it is a global one, and the unity of Black and Brown peoples with Palestine is crucial to the fight for justice.
This unity transcends geography, religion, and culture, rooted in shared experiences of oppression, resistance, and resilience. It is through this solidarity that the Palestinian cause gains strength, and in return, the struggles of Black and Brown people worldwide find new avenues for empowerment. Here’s why this unity is more important than ever as we move into 2025:
1. The Struggle for Self-Determination: A Shared Battle
At its core, the Palestinian struggle is a fight for self-determination—the right to control one’s own land, future, and identity. This is a cause that resonates deeply with Black and Brown communities around the world, who have fought for their own self-determination against colonialism, imperialism, and racial oppression.
From the legacy of slavery and colonial rule to the present-day fight for racial equality, Black and Brown communities know what it means to be denied agency and control over their own lives. In this context, supporting Palestine becomes a natural extension of fighting for self-determination everywhere. The liberation of one oppressed group contributes to the liberation of all.
2. Shared History of Colonialism and Imperialism
The history of colonialism and imperialism has tied Black, Brown, and Palestinian communities together in unique and powerful ways. For Palestinians, the story of their dispossession and displacement mirrors the experiences of Black and Brown peoples who were colonized, enslaved, and dispossessed of their resources and identities.
From the British Empire’s mandate in Palestine to the global history of European colonialism in Africa, Asia, and Latin America, there is a shared history of domination and exploitation. Palestinians, like Black and Brown communities, have resisted these systems for decades. The struggles are not isolated but interconnected, as global systems of oppression have perpetuated inequality in multiple forms across the globe. Solidarity between these communities is not just an act of compassion; it is a recognition of shared struggle and a collective push for justice.
3. Police Brutality and State Violence: Parallel Struggles
From Ferguson to Gaza, the Black Lives Matter movement has drawn parallels between the violent tactics used against Black people in the United States and the military tactics used against Palestinians. The same weapons, surveillance technology, and methods of crowd control that are used to oppress Palestinians are often used against Black and Brown communities in the West.
Police brutality, extrajudicial killings, and systemic violence are not isolated phenomena—they are part of a broader structure of oppression that affects marginalized communities globally. In 2025, the solidarity between the Black, Brown, and Palestinian movements is vital in confronting this shared violence. By standing together, these communities can demand accountability and fight against state-sanctioned violence in all its forms.
4. Resistance Movements: Empowerment Through Solidarity
The resistance movements of Palestine, Black America, Indigenous peoples, and Latin American nations have been a source of global inspiration. These movements are driven by the desire for freedom, justice, and dignity. Supporting Palestine is not just about providing solidarity; it’s about empowering these global movements through mutual support and shared knowledge.
From the civil rights era in the U.S. to the ongoing fight for Indigenous rights, the Palestinian cause resonates with those who have been subjected to systemic disenfranchisement. By standing together, Black, Brown, and Palestinian communities can amplify their voices, draw strength from each other, and build a coalition that challenges oppressive systems worldwide.
5. The Global Nature of the Struggle
In the 21st century, global interconnectedness means that the struggles of one community cannot be contained within national borders. The fight for Palestinian rights is a fight for global justice. The struggles of Black and Brown communities—whether in the U.S., South America, Africa, or Asia—are intrinsically linked to the Palestinian cause.
The oppression faced by Palestinians is not an isolated issue; it is part of a broader global pattern of inequality that affects marginalized peoples around the world. By uniting, these communities can challenge the structures that perpetuate poverty, war, displacement, and injustice, pushing for a new world order where human dignity, respect, and equality are paramount.
6. Intersectionality and the Fight Against Systemic Oppression
In 2025, it’s essential to recognize the intersectionality of oppression. Palestinians, Black, and Brown peoples face not just one form of discrimination, but a multifaceted set of challenges, including racial discrimination, classism, sexism, and religious persecution. The global fight against oppression must take these intersections into account and provide solutions that empower marginalized people at every level.
Solidarity between these communities means recognizing and respecting the unique struggles each group faces while uniting in the fight against the larger systems of exploitation that affect them all. Whether it’s through joint advocacy efforts, shared cultural events, or mutual support in times of crisis, solidarity allows these communities to face their struggles together, strengthening their collective resolve.
7. The Power of Advocacy: Amplifying Marginalized Voices
As we move into 2025, Black and Brown unity with Palestine is essential in ensuring that the voices of oppressed communities are heard. Palestinian voices have long been marginalized, and so have the voices of Black and Brown people fighting for justice. By standing together, these communities can amplify their voices and demand that their stories, struggles, and solutions be taken seriously by the international community.
Solidarity means not just advocating for Palestinian rights but also ensuring that the fight for Palestinian liberation is a key part of the broader conversation about human rights, racial justice, and global peace.
8. A Vision for Liberation: Global Unity Against Oppression
The shared struggles of Black, Brown, and Palestinian communities are not just about fighting back—they are about imagining a different future. A future where all people, regardless of their race, religion, or nationality, can live in freedom and dignity. Supporting Palestine is part of building that vision for liberation—a world where every oppressed group is free to define its own future and live without fear of violence or discrimination.
In 2025, Black and Brown unity with Palestine offers a chance to build a global coalition of liberation movements, focused on dismantling systems of oppression and building a future based on justice, equality, and peace.
Conclusion: The Strength of Solidarity
The fight for Palestine is a fight for justice, and it is a fight that is deeply intertwined with the struggles of Black and Brown communities around the world. As we enter 2025, supporting Palestine is about more than just advocating for one group—it is about recognizing the shared fight for freedom, justice, and dignity that connects marginalized communities globally. By uniting in solidarity, we have the power to reshape the future and create a world where all people can live free from oppression and injustice.
