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Dear Friends,

With summer in full-swing, the time of family vacations is upon us – when we can be with our loved ones, and have the opportunity to recharge ourselves both physically and mentally.

This summer marks four years since Gilad Shalit was captured by Hamas. He is believed to be held in Gaza, away from his family. This issue crosses all political and religious boundaries, and touches the hearts of all. Whatever your opinion regarding the price Israel should or should not pay to secure Gilad’s release, there is no disputing that Gilad, as well as his family, are suffering greatly. We hope and pray for his safe return each day.

So, what can you do to help and to express your sympathy with Gilad and his loved ones? If your family vacation should take you to Israel over the summer, or for the upcoming holidays, AZM would like propose the following opportunities available to you to show your solidarity with the Shalit family: Read more

Shalit Family March

Thousands of Israelis joined Noam and Aviva Shalit as they began their 12-day march from Mitzpe Hila to the Prime Minister Netanyahu’s residence in Jerusalem.  The march was organized to mark the fourth anniversary of their son Gilad’s abduction from sovereign Israeli territory.  Gilad now sits in solitary confinement, held by Hamas operatives, awaiting liberation.

Estimates of around 10,000 marchers far surpassed the numbers expected to join the family, demonstrating the depth of connection that  the Israeli public feels for Shalit family and, of course, their son, who sits and waits.

Outside of Israel the American Zionist Movement pledges to keep the issue of Gilad Shalit on the “front burner,” so that he will not be forgotten.  Visit this page for program ideas

To see a news report on the march please click the screen image below:

image from TV news report

Gilad Shalit's Family Embark on March

Noam Shalit on Israel’s 62nd Independence Day

Noam Shalit still awaits the return of his beloved son, Gilad.  Held by Hamas for more than 1,400 days, Gilad awaits his rescue.  An ordinary teenager in June of 2006, Gilad found himself in extraordinary circumstances when he was abducted by the terrorist organization Hamas and taken from sovereign Israeli territory near Kerem Shalom to the Gaza Strip.    He has been held ever since; there have been occasional signals and messages showing the world that he is alive.  His father, a soft-spoken man, who with his wife has run a bed-and-breakfast in Israel’s north, has campaigned and pled for his son’s freedom.  Watch and listen to his message message made on the 62nd anniversary of Israel’s establishment.

A Sign of Life from Gilad Shalit

See Gilad Shalit’s Video Message

We wait and wonder. We send postcards, sign petitions, march in the streets — in front of the United Nations and in public squares across America.

When will Gilad Shalit be brought home to his family and his nation?

News reports say a resolution is near.  We pray for his return.

See the videotaped message from Gilad Shalit

Israeli Soldiers

Campaign for Israel’s Abducted Soldiers

There are things you can do:

Take A Moment for Gilad Shalit | Learn More

–NEW IDEA!– Plan a Bar or Bat Mitzvah using the theme of working to bring back Israel’s abducted soldiers.
Your bar or bat mitzvah marks your acceptance of responsibility as a Jewish adult. What better way to underscore the significance of this special day than by using it to advocate for the release of fellow Jews, captured by terrorists while fighting to keep Israel safe? Here are some party ideas.
* Use AZM Dog Tags at events or parties to help get the word out.
* Hand out Postcards which your guests can fill out and send to UN, Red Cross and US Department of State officials, demanding that they take action.
* Print out and hang Posters that broadcast the message:
“Bring Gilad Home Now!”