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Palestinian art, poetry, and music are all about telling stories—some deep, some joyful, but always meaningful. Whether it’s through powerful paintings, heartfelt verses, or catchy beats, these creatives mix tradition with fresh ideas. From classic dabke tunes and old-school poetry to street art and hip-hop, they capture the spirit of Palestinian life—full of struggle, hope, and resilience. Wherever Palestinians are, these artists keep the culture thriving and evolving.


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Hind Shoufani

Palestinian-American filmmaker, poet, and activist exploring themes of identity, feminism, and Palestinian experience through various media.
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Ashraf Fayadh

Palestinian poet and artist living in Saudi Arabia, known for facing severe legal challenges due to his artistic expression.
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Saleem Al-Naffar

Palestinian poet born in Gaza refugee camp, advocated peaceful resistance through verses exploring struggle and memory of his people.
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Mohammed el-Kurd

Young Palestinian poet and activist from Sheikh Jarrah, known for powerful verses and social media advocacy for Palestinian rights.
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Salma Jayyusi

Pioneering Palestinian poet, translator, and anthologist who founded PROTA, significantly contributing to the promotion of Arabic literature in English.
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Valantina Abu Oqsa

Palestinian multidisciplinary artist recognized for her contributions to theater, poetry, and playwriting, advocating for women's voices in the arts.
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Remi Kanazi

Palestinian-American performance poet and activist using spoken word to address issues of resistance, Palestine, and social justice.
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Ibrahim Nasrallah

Award-winning Jordanian-Palestinian poet and novelist, known for his ambitious project chronicling Palestinian history through fiction.
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Samih al-Qasim

Influential Palestinian Druze poet known for powerful verses addressing Arab identity and resistance, with works widely read throughout the Arab world.
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Hanan Al-Agha

Palestinian-Jordanian writer, poet, and artist who explored cultural themes through various mediums, leaving a lasting impact on Arab literature and art.
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Kamal Nasser

Palestinian poet, political leader, and PLO spokesman known for powerful verses and dedication to the Palestinian cause.
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Ibtisam Barakat

Palestinian-American poet and educator known for award-winning memoirs and children's books exploring Palestinian childhood experiences.
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Dareen Tatour

Palestinian poet and photographer whose arrest for her poetry sparked international debate on artistic freedom and Palestinian rights.
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Najwan Darwish

Contemporary Palestinian poet from Jerusalem, acclaimed for powerful verses exploring identity and resistance, translated into over 20 languages.
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Hiba Abu Nada

Young Palestinian poet and novelist whose promising career was tragically cut short by conflict.
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Mourid Barghouti

Influential Palestinian poet whose work captured the experience of exile and the longing for homeland.
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Lena Khalaf Tuffaha

Award-winning Palestinian-American poet crafting lyrical explorations of identity, heritage, and the immigrant experience.
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Tamim al-Barghouti

Cairo-born Palestinian poet blending political insight with lyrical prowess, captivating audiences across the Arab world.
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Lisa Suhair Majaj

Palestinian-American poet and scholar exploring themes of identity, displacement, and cultural heritage through lyrical, introspective verse.
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Ghassan Zaqtan

Acclaimed Palestinian poet known for subtle, layered verses exploring memory, exile, and the landscapes of Palestine.
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Fady Joudah

Award-winning Palestinian-American poet and physician, blending scientific precision with lyrical exploration of identity and displacement.
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Maya Al-Hayat

Lebanese-Palestinian poet weaving lyrical narratives that explore identity, memory, and the complexities of belonging.
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Refaat Alareer

Gaza-based poet and educator whose words became a powerful testament to Palestinian resilience.
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George Abraham

Queer Palestinian-American poet crafting bold, genre-defying works exploring identity, sexuality, and diaspora.
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Hala Alyan

Multifaceted artist using poetry to explore themes of displacement, memory, and the Palestinian diaspora experience.
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Noor Hindi

Young Palestinian-American poet exploring identity, displacement, and resistance through vibrant, unapologetic verse.
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Mosab Abu Toha

Gaza-born poet capturing wartime experiences with raw honesty and profound humanity.
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Fadwa Tuqan

Trailblazing female poet who broke barriers, giving voice to Palestinian struggles and women's experiences.
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Mahmoud Darwish

Iconic Palestinian voice, weaving lyrical resistance and love for homeland into profound, universally resonant poetry.
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