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WANN

we are not numbers

emerging writers from Palestine tell their stories and advocate for their human rights

Noor Yacoubi

    I am a junior studying English language and literature at al-Azhar university in Gaza City. I love getting involved in programs in which I can improve my skills and exchange experiences with others. I call myself “a rational girl” due to my belief that living in such a place as Gaza requires leaving emotions aside. Each day I live in Gaza requires me to be strong and practice patience. However, despite the bad situations we face in Gaza, I love my city; I love my people. Music, movies and volunteering are my passions.

    my work

    Three adult women and two young children.

    One of 2 million people in Gaza moving backward

    The way to endure life is to wear a fake smile and convince yourself that this is just a nightmare.
    Noor Yacoubi
      Child wearing kaffiyeh.

      I am human. Are you?

      No one of us can comprehend how a real human could be so criminal and barbaric to do this to others.
      Noor Yacoubi
        Palestinian woman crying, surrounded by red flowers and a dove.

        The whole world is silent

        I am so disappointed as I see no country is taking a move to help us! Please take a move to end this!
        Noor Yacoubi

          COVID diary: Dream, plan, then life turns upside down

          COVID has placed my life on pause.
          Noor Yacoubi

            The invisible occupier

            Ramadan feels a little different this year.
            Noor Yacoubi

              Faces speak louder than words

              Gaza photographer sees souls in faces.
              Noor Yacoubi

                After fleeing Iraq, Palestinian family struggles–and reminisces–in Gaza

                Iraq to Gaza: This family escaped from one hot spot to another.
                Noor Yacoubi