Resources & Support
These are resources that our Wavelength staff has pooled together that presents holistic perspectives on all things Palestine and Gaza. These are all open-source resources on various topics surrounding Palestinian triumphs, joys, and challenges of its people and culture. Educate yourself and listen to understand the stories of those who are affected. We will also be resources on how to support those who are affected by the on-going genocide.
Resources
Palestinian Joys – Taybeh Brewing Company
“About Us – Taybeh Brewing Company,” n.d. https://taybehbeer.com/about-us/.
Alqamar, Luna. “This Palestinian Brewery Is Resisting Military Occupation, One Beer at a Time.” Vice, May 9, 2018. https://www.vice.com/en/article/wj7wnz/this-palestinian-brewery-is-resisting-military-occupation-one-beer-at-a-time.
DUNSKY, MARDA. “Beautiful Resistance.” In Stories from Palestine: Narratives of Resilience, 1st ed., 77–110. University of Notre Dame Press, 2021. https://doi.org/10.2307/j.ctv19m63vh.7.
Power, Shannon. “Palestine’S Taybeh Brewery Is a Hop-ful Symbol of Pride.” The New Arab, n.d. https://www.newarab.com/features/palestines-taybeh-brewery-hop-ful-symbol-pride.
Porter, Lizzie. “How a Palestinian Brewery Is Taking on the US.” Al Jazeera, May 27, 2017. https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2017/5/27/how-a-palestinian-brewery-is-taking-on-the-us.
Saad, Jamal. “A ‘taste of Palestine’ That’s Kosher and Halal.” Dw.Com, January 30, 2019. https://www.dw.com/en/taybeh-beer-a-taste-of-palestine-thats-kosher-and-halal/a-47283781.
Further resources:
Gradstein, By Linda. “Oktoberfest in Taybeh: Promoting Democracy Through Beer.” The Jerusalem Post | JPost.Com, October 13, 2018. https://www.jpost.com/jerusalem-report/oktoberfest-at-the-taybeh-brewery-569193.
Tlozek, Eric. “Oktoberfest in the West Bank: Brewers Turn Beer Making Into Resistance Against Occupation.” ABC News, September 12, 2018. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-09-12/oktoberfest-in-the-west-bank-palestine/10229852.
Palestinian Joys – Photographer Adam Rouhana
Aperturewp. “The Photographer Searching for Freedom in Palestine.” Aperture, July 21, 2023. https://aperture.org/editorial/the-photographer-searching-for-freedom-in-palestine/.
“Journalist Casualties in the Israel-Gaza War.” Committee to Protect Journalists, 10 June 2024, cpj.org/2024/06/journalist-casualties-in-the-israel-gaza-conflict/#:~:text=108%20journalists%20and%20media%20workers%20were%20confirmed%20killed%3A%20103%20Palestinian,46%20journalists%20were%20reported%20arrested.
Matsuda, Will. “The Photographer Searching for Freedom in Palestine.” Aperture, 21 July 2023, aperture.org/editorial/the-photographer-searching-for-freedom-in-palestine/.
McKnight-Abrams, Amah-Rose. “The Photographer Capturing a Different Side to Growing up in Palestine.” Dazed, April 18, 2023. https://www.dazeddigital.com/art-photography/article/59673/1/adam-rouhana-photographer-capturing-different-side-growing-up-in-palestine.
Rouhana, Adam. “The Subversive Act of Photographing Palestinian Life.” The New York Times. New York Times, January 14, 2024. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/01/19/opinion/palestinians-photography-war-israel.html.
Museum of the Palestinian People- Washington D.C. (Virtual Tour): https://mpp-dc.org/TourSupport
The Museum of the Palestinian People was established in 2015 and is located in Washington D.C. The museum features Palestinian artists, historical artifacts, and testimonies from Palestinian individuals. The goal of the museum is to provide a space for Palestinian immigrants to share their stories and “bring Palestine home”.
Things You May Find Hidden in My Ear: Poems From Gaza- Mosab Abu Toha : https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poetrymagazine/poems/155510/things-you-may-find-hidden-in-my-ear
Mosab Abu Toha recounts his life in Gaza from childhood to his now fatherhood through the book, Things You May Find Hidden in My Ear. Throughout his life, Abu Toha has been constantly under lockdown and has experienced four military attacks. His poetry recounts the joys and hardships he has encountered living in Gaza. This particular excerpt from the book describes different comforts in Abu Toha’s life which guide him through the ongoing traumas of wartime.
Israel-Palestine Conflict: A Brief History in Maps and Charts: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/11/27/palestine-and-israel-brief-history-maps-and-charts
A brief, digestible history of the conflict between Israel and Palestine, with accounts starting in 1917. This account features graphs and charts describing land ownership, population demographics, and death tolls for both Israeli and Palestinian people.
Israeli and Hamas Conflict: Teaching Guides and Lesson Plans: https://library.csi.cuny.edu/teaching/conflict
A list of resources intended for college professors to adjust lesson plans to include teachings and facilitate discussions in class about the ongoing war.
Podcasts on Palestine: By the Community, For the Community and Anyone Else Who Wants to Listen: https://www.wrmea.org/north-america/podcasts-on-palestine-by-the-community-for-the-community-and-anyone-else-who-wants-to-listen.html
A list of podcasts on various topics such as history of the Israeli-Hamas conflict, experiences of diaspora and microaggressions told by Palestinian hosts, recounts from life in Gaza, and other social issues related to the conflict.
Gaza: A Decolonial Geography **Accessible for students through WWU libraries.: https://rgs-ibg-onlinelibrary-wiley-com.ezproxy.library.wwu.edu/doi/full/10.1111/tran.12675
An in-depth coverage of the colonial histories in Palestine, geographical perspectives on Palestine, and calls for action by geographers to support Palestinian calls for liberation and decolonization.
1948: Creation and Catastrophe: https://www.1948movie.com
This documentary tells the story of the establishment of Israel in 1948 from the eyes of all groups impacted. This information provides background for discussions and understanding of the ongoing war today.
Breaking News Consumer’s Handbook: Israel and Gaza Edition: https://www.wnycstudios.org/podcasts/otm/segments/breaking-news-consumers-handbook-israel-and-gaza-edition-on-the-media
A printable guide for how to engage in media literacy when examining “breaking news” on the violence in Gaza, paired with a podcast episode further explaining how and when to implement these skills.
Israel-Gaza War in Maps and Charts: Live Tracker: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/longform/2023/10/9/israel-hamas-war-in-maps-and-charts-live-tracker
Constant up-to-date information about casualties and destruction of infrastructure in Gaza provided by Al-Jazeera, paired with history and other helpful statistics to learn about the war.
Other Resources
Support
Charity Navigator. “Humanitarian Crisis in Israel and Gaza,” n.d. https://www.charitynavigator.org/discover-charities/where-to-give/israel-hamas-conflict/.
Madeo. “6 Ways You Can Support Palestinians in Gaza.” American Friends Service Committee, n.d. https://afsc.org/news/6-ways-you-can-support-palestinians-gaza.
PCRF. “How to Help Palestine,” n.d. https://www.pcrf.net/information-you-should-know/how-to-help-palestine.html.
TOP 10 BEST Palestinian Food in Seattle, WA – Updated 2024 – Yelp. n.d. Yelp. https://www.yelp.com/search?find_desc=Palestinian+Food&find_loc=Seattle%2C+WA.