Agnese Valenti

Agnese Valenti, Senior Legal Officer at the European Legal Support Centre, joins the discussion to delve into the coordinated attacks on Palestinian civil society in Europe. She highlights how Israeli-backed NGOs are suppressing pro-Palestine advocacy through intimidation and defunding tactics. Valenti stresses the rise in repression following October 7, 2023, and the complicity of media in perpetuating negative narratives. She also introduces a 'Know Your Rights' toolkit to empower civil society organizations navigating funding challenges and emphasizes the need for a united response to counter lobby pressures.