CSSA Resolution #2024-01: Calling of Ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, Condemning Human Rights Violations, War
3 Crimes, and Reaffirming Students’ Freedom of Speech and Expression
April 12, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 12, 2024
Contact:
Miya Haley
Cal State Student Association
Email: mshaley@calstate.edu
California State Student Association Passes Resolution #2024-01 Calling for Immediate Ceasefire in Gaza Strip and West Bank
LONG BEACH, CA — The Cal State Student Association (CSSA), representing nearly half a million students across the California State University (CSU) system, has officially passed Resolution #2024-01, calling for an immediate bilateral ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and West Bank, condemning human rights violations and war crimes, and reaffirming the students’ freedom of speech and expression.
This resolution, sponsored by Maysem Awadalla (Fullerton) and co-sponsored by representatives from Chico, San Jose, San Diego, San Luis Obispo, and Los Angeles, was approved on April 6, 2024, amidst increasing violence and humanitarian crises in the region. The resolution reflects CSSA’s deep commitment to social justice, educational equity, and human rights.
Key points of the resolution include:
- Calling for an immediate bilateral ceasefire to ensure the safe return of all hostages and unjustly detained civilians.
- Condemning the significant loss of innocent lives and the destruction affecting civilians, including children, hospitals, and educational institutions.
- Demanding the protection of human rights as stated by international laws and United Nations resolutions.
- Urging for the provision of humanitarian aid and access to all affected areas to prevent further casualties and alleviate suffering.
- Standing against the suppression of freedom of speech amidst the crisis, recognizing the rights of students and faculty to express their opinions and organize peacefully.
The CSSA’s resolution also addresses the broader impact of the conflict on student populations, highlighting the spread of misinformation and the rise in Antisemitic and Islamophobic incidents. It calls for respectful dialogue and community support during these challenging times.
CSSA President, Dominic Quan Treseler, stated, “As representatives of one of the largest student bodies in the nation, it is our responsibility to advocate for peace and justice both locally and globally. This resolution is a testament to our commitment to supporting our students and standing in solidarity with all those affected by the ongoing conflict.”
An electronic copy of the resolution has been distributed to all 23 CSU campuses, as well as key national and state leaders, urging them to support these crucial humanitarian efforts.
For more information on CSSA’s Resolution #2024-01 and other initiatives, please visit calstatestudents.org.
