By Israa Suliman/Contributing Writer from We Are Not Numbers Dear Native Americans: Although we are of different color, religion, culture and place, I have learned, as I read about the protests at Standing Rock, that we have much more in common than differences. When I read your history, I can see myself and my people … Continued
BY: We Are Not Numbers/Contributing Writer U.S. elections have an outsized effect on the residents of many countries, but among the most impacted are those imprisoned in the occupied Palestinian territories. In this video, 21-year-old Besan Aljadili, a writer for We Are Not Numbers in Gaza, responds to the nomination of Hillary Clinton for U.S. president. … Continued
BY: Enas Fares Ghannem, We Are Not Numbers/Contributing writer “We regret to inform you that your application was not accepted.” —The Jordanian Representative Office This message has been received by almost every Palestinian from Gaza who has applied for what is called a “non-objection” letter from Jordan since last August. Such a letter is required before … Continued
BY: Aya Nashwan/Contributing writer We Are Not Numbers I never thought my dream of pursuing education outside Gaza would turn into a curse one day. I was determined to travel abroad to study, believing it was my best chance to escape the prison that Gaza has become. I never dreamed that when the time came, … Continued
BY: Lama Alhelou/Contributing writer We Are Not Numbers During this second anniversary of the “third great war on Gaza,” I can’t help but sink into reflection. Living through a war is an experience I don’t wish on my worst enemies. It’s one of the most excruciating experiences a person could have, and I first had … Continued
BY: Pam Bailey/Contributing Writer It is 3 a.m. and time for suhoor, the last meal before fasting begins during the days of Ramadan, one of Islam’s holy months. The call to prayer will waft through the clear night air at 3:50, signaling the start of the day’s long hot hours, with no food or even water allowed … Continued
Hillary Clinton, the leading U.S. Democratic presidential candidate, recently told thousands of people at a Washington, DC, conference of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) that if she is elected she would be a staunch advocate for the Jewish state, that “Israel’s security is non-negotiable. America can’t ever be neutral when it comes to Israel’s security.” Here is a … Continued
By Asmaa Elkhaldi Walking along the streets of Gaza City, I’m fascinated by the twinkling red lights, decorated trees, Santa Claus costumes and Christmas gifts. Christmas is here and Christians are busily preparing by passionately decorating everything with shimmering accessories. Welcoming this special event, they spread a wonderful table and share their food and … Continued
By Pam Bailey, founder, We Are Not Numbers Among the sympathies pouring into Paris from all over the world are messages from the Palestinians of Gaza, for whom such terror has been a regular occurrence for decades—particularly for the past six years, during which they have suffered through three major assaults by Israel. Despite their … Continued
Photos by Asmaa Nassar By Heba Zaher For centuries, olive trees have been a source of love in Palestine and other Mediterranean countries. Romans planted, took care of and wrote about olive trees. Ancient Egyptians used olive oil to preserve bodies. Greeks used the leaves to make wreaths for Olympic champions. In Islamic culture, olive … Continued
This young woman from Gaza saw the beginning of what could be the Third Intifada on her 21st birthday. What does this portend?
By Do’aa Mohaissen When no one is looking, it’s hard to resist peeking into a sibling’s diary to read her pure feelings and thoughts, where she keeps her true self hidden (who wouldn’t like knowing what she really thinks of us?). It’s interesting how reading other people’s diaries allows you to see them from their … Continued
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