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Sheikh Jarrah is a Palestinian neighbourhood in occupied East Jerusalem. Palestinian families settled in the neighbourhood in 1956 following the 1948 Nakba, which saw 750,000 Palestinians forcibly expelled from their to make way for the creation of Israel. Since the Israeli occupation of East Jerusalem began in 1967, settler organisations…

Jerusalem, known in Arabic as Al-Quds, is one of the oldest cities in the world. For Palestinians, the city holds a strong spiritual and cultural significance; it is mentioned in literature, poetry and art with longing and love. Palestinian refugee camps have signs at their entrances indicating how far they…

The final ten days of this holy month are another a blessing from Allah (SWT); among them is Laylat al-Qadr, the Night of Power; a night that is more blessed than a thousand months. The powerful benefits of these days are experienced by striving harder to gain the blessings and pleasure…

Muna lives with her four children in Burj Shemali refugee camp in Lebanon. They live together in one small room with a kitchen area. Their home has no access to a water tank, heating or basic appliances. Living in extreme poverty, Muna and her children are facing deteriorating health and…

Ramadan is the month of mercy, where all our good deeds count for more and our sins are expiated. While Ramadan comes to us during a time of global uncertainty, we find ourselves wanting to take action and do good for those most vulnerable. In Palestine and neighbouring refugee camps, families…