Are we truly free to express our opinions?
Introduction
"When truth is replaced by
By Yevgeny Yevtushenko
silence, the silence is a lie"
Why do Palestinians have to suffer the consequences of an irresponsible government?
Context
Reference Figures
Shireen Abu Akleh
"I chose journalism to be close to the people. It might not be easy to change the reality, but at least I could bring their voice to the world."
Mahmoud Darwish
“In the absence of a fair response to Palestinian political outcries, poetry has helped to give shape and voice to what they have lost,”
" ey are here. ey are here. It's over."
"Justice is not a privilege for some—it is a right for all."
“If your words could cost your life, would you still speak?”
Hassan Hamad
Raji Sourani
Reflection
What would happen if no voice were censored or undervalued? What if we all had the opportunity to truly express what we feel without fear of consequences?
In a speculative world where freedom of expression wasn’t a necessity and where media didn’t cancel you for promoting a di erent perspective, would wars even exist?
For this exercise, I want you to imagine a di erent scenario. Write or draw it with the goal of opening your eyes to an alternate reality and seeing the incredible things humanity is capable of creating.
Draw/Write here
Now that you’ve seen what we’re capable of creating, why not take action? If the reality you envision is one where the world becomes a better place, why not work on strategies to help build it?
In Gaza, there are people risking their lives to broadcast and rebuild the reality they desperately long for. From where we stand, we can help them achieve it.
What are you going to do about it?
Free Palestine
Because we all deserve to be free from injustice, free from wars and free to be.
