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Gabi Baramki

Palestinian academic and former Birzeit acting president

Born
1929
Born in
Jerusalem, Palestine
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Why Gabi is here

Gabi Baramki is celebrated for his unwavering dedication to education in Palestine, particularly during times under occupation. As a key figure at Birzeit University, he helped transform it from a college to a prestigious university and actively defended Palestinians' right to education.

Their story

Baramki was an influential Palestinian academic, serving as Vice President and acting President of Birzeit University. He played a crucial role in developing the university's first degree-granting program and was a vocal advocate for educational rights under occupation.

He died on 30 August 2012.

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Milestones

The moments that shaped Gabi’s path.

  1. 1954

    Began working at the institution that developed into Birzeit University.

  2. 1972

    Guided Birzeit College's evolution into a university as vice-president.

  3. 1974-1993

    Served as acting president of Birzeit University during challenging times.

  4. 1994

    Became a special consultant for the first Palestinian Ministry of Education.

  5. 2009

    Published "Peaceful Resistance: Building a Palestinian University Under Occupation.".

Legacy

What they built, changed and left behind.

  1. Advancing Education

    Developed Birzeit University's first degree-granting program.

  2. Leading under Occupation

    Fought to maintain academic independence and led marches against university closures during the first intifada.

  3. International Networking

    Co-founded the Palestinian European Academic Cooperation in Education Program.

  4. Promoting Academic Freedom

    Advocated against the closure and restrictions imposed on Palestinian universities.

  5. Authoring a Key Work

    His book "Peaceful Resistance" highlights the struggles and resilience of Palestinian education under occupation.

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