(en) Anarkismo.net: Palestine: Keep Rani Burnat Rolling by Friends of Rani

Keep Rani Burnat Rolling --- Replace Rani Burnat's wheelchairs and camera broken by 
Israeli soldiers in Bil'in Village, West Bank ---- Short Summary ---- Rani Burnat from 
Bil'in Village in the West Bank, has been participating in and documenting the village's 
weekly protests against the wall and settlements for nearly a decade. Rani takes 
photographs and writes a summary of the protests and posts it online keeping hundreds 
around the world updated on Bil'in. Rani does all this in a wheelchair because he was shot 
by an Israeli army sniper during a student demonstration in Ramallah on the second day of 
the second intifada, September 30, 2000. ---- In recent months Rani's wheelchairs and 
camera have been broken during attacks by Israeli soldiers at the weekly protests. On June 
7th 2014 Israeli soldiers attacked a group of journalists at the demonstration, including 
Rani, and broke their cameras. A few weeks later on July 14th, 2014, Israeli soldiers beat 
Rani again; this time breaking his last remaining 'backup' wheelchair. Rani's more 
suitable chair had been broken for a while, which has happened many times before, either 
because of attacks or because the village's rugged terrain is too rough on it.

Rani does not receive financial assistance due to his injuries though he needs and pays 
for care beyond these two wheelchairs. Along with his wife Hanadi he is also raising a set 
of 5 year old triplets, two girls and a boy, which leaves little extra time and funds for 
his own care. Their home is always a welcoming place for anyone coming to Bil'in from 
around the world and this campaign is a way of returning a bit of their generous hospitality.

A group of friends has stepped in to ensure Rani gets the wheelchairs replaced ASAP but 
this time we need financial support to do this. We'd also like to see Rani's camera 
replaced and give him and his family further support as well. This would mean that at 
least in the near future and especially during these turbulent days they can have a little 
peace of mind and keep doing all the great things they already do.

What We Need & What You Get

Where your funding will go:
$3,000 will get Rani a new suitable wheelchair.
$1,500 will replace Rani's spare wheelchair.
$4,500 will replace Rani's camera.
$6,000 would allow Rani a better level of care and his family basic financial security for 
the next year or so.
$15,000 TOTAL
If the goal isn't reached, all the money raised (minus indiegogo and bank charges) will be 
spent in the order listed above: wheelchairs first, then camera (so Rani can keep working) 
and anything extra will go to cover ongoing medical costs and basic financial security.
Because of the time and costs involved in giving perks to funders we've decided to avoid 
them in order to ensure that the maximum percentage of funding goes right to Rani and his 
family. But, funders and supporters and encouraged to:

1. Email Rani at raniab281@yahoo.com and ask to sign up for his news updates.

2. Check out a website setup by friends for periodic updates at: 
http://friendsofrani.wordpress.com

3. Visit Bil'in! Pay Rani a visit and you will undoubtedly receive generous hospitality 
along with a good laugh.

The Impact

As the economy and social assistance in Palestine is in shambles there are many 
Palestinian individuals and families in great need of similar support. During this time of 
Israel's war on Gaza we especially encourage you to support Palestinians there as well. 
Still, your support for Rani's young family will mean ensuring his health, mobility and 
employment. It helps further the family along the path to becoming self-sustainable, 
something that should be a given for everyone, without having to ask for help. That is 
exactly what Rani is working toward, along with the hundreds of people he updates on 
Bil'in Village's resistance and your contribution will keep him rolling!
Risks & Challenges

There are very few risks and challenges involved in this campaign because the friends of 
Rani who are managing it on the ground have completed all the necessary functions before. 
Also thanks to this platform all the funds will go directly into Rani's bank account once 
the campaign has ended, so there will be no need for complicated international funds 
transfers, and Rani can get on with his life as quickly as possible.
Other Ways You Can Help

We realize these are not the simples financial times for many, even outside of Palestine, 
so if you can't contribute please talk about this campaign with your friends, family and 
any other group you take part in! Please also share it online using indiegogo's share tool 
or just by copying and pasting where possible.
And finally, know your support and funding are both very much appreciated, THANK YOU!
CONTRIBUTE HERE:

Related Link:
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/keep-rani-burnat-rolling--3