Education: A Major Casualty of the Gaza Assault
As we at UPA wrap up our education campaign, it seemed fitting to share an excellent article written by Barber for the Middle East Policy Council, not long after the latest bombing of Gaza began. In it, he addresses what it means to be a Palestinian in Gaza, in a culture that places such a high value on education.
Palestinian Youth Day
Most of us, I’m sure, have felt misunderstood in our teenage years, the age of hormonal imbalance, acne, developing crushes, making plans for the future, everything feels new and uncertain. The experience is often incredibly isolating.
Iqraa: Running for a Brighter Palestine
Hope. It’s spring again and, despite the causes of our sorrow, there’s reason to hope.
This Land is Our Land
Around this time in 1976, 2,100 hectares of land owned by Palestinians in the Galilee were confiscated by Israel.
Palestinian Mother’s Day-A Somber Celebration
Each spring, families across the world celebrate Mother’s Day, a day of flowers, breakfast in bed, and makeshift gifts for our matriarchs. If spring is the season of hope and life, mothers are the settled roots that remain grounded and steady year-round. Mother’s Day in this sense sounds simple and pleasant. A familiar embrace of traditions: showcasing a child’s handmade coupon book or sharing breakfast with a bouquet of fresh flowers often handpicked from a nearby garden or field. However, this Arab Mother’s Day, nothing is familiar, particularly for the mothers of Gaza.
