More than ever it is important to be able to access and hear Palestinian voices. As much of the Western media continues to dehumanise Palestinian’s being massacred in Gaza and West Bank, I wanted to revisit World Literature Today’s Palestine issue featuring a plethora of Palestinian artists and writers.

Many of those featured, including myself, are already writing about the first Nakba which had and continues to have a profound effect on both our art, writing and our entire lives.

I am struggling to say, but we are witnessing the second Nakba unfolding in front of our eyes.

Now is the time to show our support for Palestine and Palestinian’s. To truly understand a culture and it’s people, turn to their voices.

As colonization slowly dehumanizes Palestine and the Palestinians, who are the victims of victims, some of the most iconic and legendary figures in history have emerged. Their flames of resistance inspire many generations, and their words, art, and actions have influenced nations and leaders around the world…

Yousef Khanfar, World Literature Today

At a time when positivity is dwindling, let’s remind ourselves of the power of unity, support and unwavering faith. Features you will see and read throughout this powerful issue.

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