Category Archives: Palestinian art & culture

MATERIAL POWER: PALESTINIAN EMBROIDERY The Whitworth Art Gallery In Manchester , 26/01/25

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7 Palestinian Artists You Need To Know About

Art can change the world, and as these Palestinian artists are proof, it can also unravel the path to healing, transformation and greater understanding By Maghie Ghali  October 31, 2023 With the humanitarian crisis that has engulfed Gaza for decades, it’s … Continue reading

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The Unspoken Tragedy: Palestinian Women in Israel’s Brutal War on Gaza

In the midst of the ongoing war in Gaza conducted by the Israeli occupation forces, a stark reality unfolds — the silent suffering of Palestinian women. According to the United Nations, a staggering two-thirds of casualties in Israel’s war on Gaza are women and children. This … Continue reading

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Naji Al-Ali’s Gallery

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Edward Said: “ You cannot victimise somebody else just because you yourself were victimised.”

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Harvesting Resilience: Tales from Olive Orchards

Background: Olive trees carry more than an economic significance in the lives of Palestinians. They are not just like any another trees, they are symbolic of Palestinians’ attachment to their land. Olive groves beneath the Palestinian sun, Symbolic bastions in … Continue reading

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In Handala’s Playground: Season 1, Episode 1.  Human & Animal 

Handala: Salam Ali! Welcome to my playground. What happened? Ali: I was shot in the chest by the IOF while playing with my friends in Gaza. Who are you, and how do you know my name? Handala: I’m the child … Continue reading

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Halima Al-Kaswani : A Living Legend at 85

Embrace the enchanting journey of the timeless Palestinian anthem, “Shadu Ba’dakum Ya Ahl Filistin,” revived by the 85-year-old living legend, Halima Al-Kaswani (حليمة الكسواني). Her melodic resurgence captivated hearts in 2022, echoing the spirit of a resilient life. This simple song has been revived and … Continue reading

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Handala: A Palestinian National Symbol

Handala is a character which was created in 1969 by political cartoonist Naji Al-Ali, and first took its current form in 1973. Handala became the signature of Naji al-Ali’s cartoons and remains an iconic symbol of Palestinian identity and defiance and … Continue reading

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