Whether it’s a protest in front of the house of Minister Tzachi “Phoney” Hanegbi, every Saturday in Balfour, a mass demonstration against annexation in Rabin Square, a demonstration by social workers and interns. In Holon, in Ness Ziona, in front of the Knesset.
We demonstrate everywhere for equality and justice, for democracy, and against the disconnected government!
Field & Activism
Darkenu’s Field and Activism Department is the dynamic hub of our organization, vital in translating concepts and projects into tangible, on-the-ground actions. This department is pivotal in energizing citizens to confront critical issues facing the nation and plays a key role in rallying Darkenu’s grassroots support base.
Tasked with training, organizing, and spearheading Darkenu’s varied field campaigns, this department has cultivated thousands of Israeli citizens, leading numerous campaigns ranging from Get Out The Vote (GOTV) initiatives to targeted issue-based campaigns. It has orchestrated diverse installations and developed leadership programs across campuses and neighborhoods nationwide.
At every significant political crossroads in Israel, the department has been actively involved. It has directed campaigns opposing the annexation of the West Bank, advocated for a reevaluation of Israel’s long-term policies towards the Palestinians, and promoted separation and political solutions. The department has been at the forefront in combatting government extremism and corruption, leading protests against judicial overhauls, and steadfastly defending Israeli democracy.
Working in synergy with Darkenu’s other branches, the department offers a comprehensive approach to activism, empowering participants to select their most effective means of engagement. With a strong focus on regions beyond Gush Dan, the department extends its reach to audiences typically marginalized in civic discourse, ensuring a broad and inclusive impact across Israel.
"No to Annexation; Yes to the Economy; Yes to Security" Campaign
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קרא/י פחות
"Fighting for Our Home, From Home:" the World's Largest Virtual Demonstration
During the second lockdown imposed on the country by the Israeli government and following the failure to manage the Covid-19 crisis, we held the largest virtual demonstration in Israel. More than 800,000 Israelis stood together with us to say to the elected officials in a loud and clear voice: You have failed to manage the Covid-19 crisis; set up a state commission of inquiry now!
A Candle Vigil in Paris Square in Memory of COVID-19 Victims
We came to Paris Square, in Jerusalem, to mark the crossing the terrible threshold of 2,665 Coronavirus victims, the same as the number of victims of the Yom Kippur War.
The 2,665th candle was lit by Moti Ashkenazi, who fought as a captain in the war and led the protest against the Israeli government following the Yom Kippur War’s leadership failure: “The Coronavirus crisis is Netanyahu’s Yom Kippur, and we all have a duty to demand a state commission of inquiry now. “
"A Good Leftist is a Dead Leftist" Coffin Display
We debated whether to take off our gloves in the face of the violence raging in the streets against protesters, and this installation is scary and hurts like a punch in the guts.
But when, in a democracy, protesters are violently attacked, when all they’ve done wrong is to go out every night to protest – there are no other choices left.
25 years after the assassination of late Prime Minister Rabin, half a century after we abandoned the public space to violence – we can not let it happen again.
Daily Screening of Number of Corona Victims in front of the Prime Minister's Residence
During the Covid-19 Crisis, we screened the number of daily Coronavirus victims on Balfour Street in Jerusalem every evening, demanding the establishment of a state commission of inquiry.
Because, after thousands of deaths, a million unemployed, hundreds of thousands of self-employed seeing their businesses crumble, a quarter of a million confirmed cases, and the worst leadership failure in Israel’s history, the citizens of Israel deserve leadership that cares about the citizens.
Detached Government Display
After the cabinet meetings did not convene for over 5 weeks, no budget was passed, and the state was not appropriately governed during the biggest crisis it faced; We placed a display of the detached government at the center of Rabin Square in Tel Aviv. 40 Darkenu activists impersonated our inflated and detached government ministers and conducted the meeting in their place.
Shuttles and Buses to and from the Balfour Protest
Every Saturday night, hundreds of demonstrators from all over the country, from Eilat to the Galilee, came to demonstrations in Balfour, Jerusalem, with the help of our fully crowdfunded transportation network. This initiative allowed anyone wishing to come to the demonstrations to join and helped strengthen the struggle to safeguard Israeli democracy.
Student Leadership Program
Dozens of students have joined our unique leadership program this year. They operate in the various branches of the movement, acquiring tools and experience through dedicated training in multiple topics relevant to social struggles and policy advancement.
