Israel is breaking the laws of humanity, engaged in a cycle of escalating aggression and impunity. This learned behaviour is modeled after settler-colonial states like Canada. I am the daughter of a Coast Salish woman whose ancestors survived the brutality of genocide and colonial erasure by taking their survival into their own hands, protecting and caring for one another. Indigenous resistance is more than a tradition: it is an obligation. I am joining the Freedom Flotilla Coalition’s Women’s boat to Gaza, part of a global effort to break the siege on Gaza NOW. Our boat is named the Hind Rajab, honouring a beautiful little Palestinian girl killed while pleading for help to come. We will come. We are all women, and all healthcare providers. We are lawful, peaceful, and humanitarian. My mothers farewell words to me: “Your ancestors are sea-bearing people. You have nothing to be afraid of. The ocean knows you and will protect you. Whatever happens, you will be guided.” Free Palestine. @CanadaBoatGaza