The American Task Force on Palestine (ATFP) is an organization founded in 2003 to advocate that it is in the American national interest to promote an end to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict through the creation of a Palestinian state that will live alongside Israel in peace and security. ATFP condemns all violence directed against civilians no matter who the victims or perpetrators may be.
| Type | Non-profit, non-partisan, 501 (c) 3 |
|---|---|
| Founded | Washington, DC (2003) |
| Services | Dedicated to advocating that it is in the American national interest to promote an end to the conflict in the Middle East through a negotiated agreement that provides for two states - Israel and Palestine - living side by side in peace and security. |
| Website | http://www.americantaskforce.org/ |
ATFP is funded entirely by its Board of Directors and supporters. It has never received funding from any government or government agency. ATFP’s signed, audited financial statements are posted online on its website.
ATFP works primarily in Washington DC, and seeks to build strong working relationships with government departments and agencies, think tanks, NGOs and the media. It has developed lines of communication with the US, Palestinian, Israeli and Jordanian governments in order to pursue its policy advocacy goals. ATFP has also engaged in humanitarian fundraising to support health and education causes in the occupied Palestinian territories.
Read more about American Task Force On Palestine: History, Annual Galas, Humanitarian Efforts, Publications, Criticism, Staff, Board of Directors
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