TDT | Manama
Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com
Report by Zahra Ayaz
A remarkable initiative has emerged in Bahrain as small and medium-sized businesses come together to show unwavering support for Palestine.
Led by a group of passionate individuals, an official Instagram account called Bahrain Collective has been established with the primary objective of raising funds from participating businesses in support of the Royal Humanitarian Foundation (RHF).
Cafes and restaurants across Bahrain are cooperating with the movement, offering special menus to symbolize solidarity with Palestine.
Notably, these establishments sell cookies decorated with the Palestinian flag and bracelets featuring the symbolic coat of arms. All proceeds from the sale of these items will be donated to the RHF.
Notable cafes participating in the charity include Goodness Bakery Café, Green Bar Café, Curious Diner, Auro Chocolate, Cantine, and Rue Catering Boutique. In a statement released by the Bahrain Collective, it was announced that from Tuesday, October 24, for the rest of this month, a carefully selected menu theme will be introduced to show support for Palestine.
“The group expressed its intention to contribute to the Palestinian cause and raise awareness of the numerous challenges facing the Palestinian people.”
handmade accessories
In addition to the efforts of cafes and restaurants, several small online stores have been revealed to be selling handmade accessories in support of Palestine. Notable examples include “beadbh_and_more”.
Additionally, the famous restaurant Hyderabad Choice in Umm Al Hassam took the notable step of refraining from serving soft drinks as a sign of solidarity. Additionally, it is noteworthy that prominent Bahraini TikTokers actively avoid establishments like McDonald’s and Starbucks to show support for Palestine.
The Bahrain Collective’s heartening efforts to unite small and medium-sized businesses in support of Palestine highlight the spirit of compassion and empathy that pervades Bahraini communities.