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To: University of Central Florida President: Alexander N Cartwright
Demand UCF to Advocate for a Ceasefire and Divest from Entities Supporting Israel
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As students of the University of Central Florida (UCF), we are deeply affected by the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Since October 7th, more than 30,000 Palestinians have been killed, over 75,000 injured, and more than 7,000 are missing. This devastating assault has been confirmed to meet the definition of ethnic cleansing and genocide by genocide experts.
We are demanding that the University of Central Florida acknowledge the ongoing genocide in Gaza, call for a ceasefire, and end relations with any organizations, companies, and single entities who are directly involved in the genocide, such as Lockheed Martin, and that continue operations on and with the Israeli occupation.
Why is this important?
Every hour that passes without a call for ceasefire results in the loss of 15 lives - six being children. Additionally, every hour sees an average of 35 people injured, with an alarming rate of destruction as evidenced by approximately 42 bombs dropped and twelve buildings destroyed.
These are not just numbers- they are people with hopes, dreams, friends, and families. We cannot stand idle while this humanitarian crisis unfolds. We demand that UCF make a public statement calling for an immediate ceasefire. Furthermore, we urge UCF to divest from any organization or entity that supports or conducts business with Israel, including Lockheed Martin, until it respects international law and human rights norms.
This is not just about politics; this is about human lives - our fellow humans who are suffering immensely under these conditions. Palestinians deserve the right to live peacefully on their own land. Ceasefire now. End the Occupation. Free Palestine.
Join us in urging UCF to take a stand against these atrocities by signing this petition today!