Do Boycotts Work In Creating Change?

Professor Dr Mohd Nazari Ismail, Chairperson, BDS Movement Malaysia

25-Oct-23 18:00

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Established in 2005, the Boycott, Divestment and Sanction (BDS) movement continues to push for Palestinian liberation by calling for economic action against Israel - a call that has strengthened following the current war in Gaza. We discuss the effectiveness of boycotts in championing a cause, and ask listeners whether they've ever stopped supporting a brand based on ethical reasons.

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Produced by: Alia Zefri

Presented by: Lee Chwi Lynn, Sharmilla Ganesan

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Categories: culture, Law/Activism

Tags: palestine, boycotts, equality, freedom, sanction, brands,

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