we are not numbers

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

Winner of Gazavision announced, sending message of unity against Israeli occupation

Madonna sings about opening hearts, but keeps hers closed.

Jehad believes it is possible to be a "renaissance man"--an engineer and a singer.

Mohammed sang to himself in class and discovered his passion.

Ghada sees singing not as a ticket to fame, but to home in the "ruins."

Music is his mission, although not a way to support a family.

He trained as an engineer, but his heart says "sing."

Ahmed sees his music as a message to his people and the world.