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Portrait of Hani Almadhoun

Hani Almadhoun

Advocate for Palestinian Refugees

Born
1983
Born in
Gaza, Palestine
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Why Hani is here

Humanitarian and Philanthropic Leadership

Their story

Hani Almadhoun is the Director of Philanthropy at UNRWA USA, where he leads efforts to support and advocate for Palestinian refugees. With a deep personal connection to Gaza, Almadhoun's work focuses on raising awareness and funds to aid Palestinian refugees through various crises.

Milestones

The moments that shaped Hani’s path.

  1. Early Life in Gaza

    Grew up in Gaza, experiencing firsthand the challenges faced by Palestinian refugees.

  2. Career at UNRWA USA

    Appointed as the Director of Philanthropy, leading initiatives to support Palestinian refugees.

  3. Advocacy and Public Speaking

    Has become a vocal advocate for Palestinian rights, speaking at numerous events and panels.

  4. Family Loss

    Tragically lost family members due to conflict in Gaza, deepening his commitment to his work and cause.

  5. Educational Outreach

    Engages in extensive public outreach to educate and raise awareness about the plight of Palestinian refugees in the U.S. and abroad.

Legacy

What they built, changed and left behind.

  1. Fundraising Initiatives

    Spearheaded numerous fundraising campaigns that have significantly supported the work of UNRWA in providing essential services to Palestinian refugees.

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  2. Public Advocacy

    Uses his platform to advocate for the rights and needs of Palestinian refugees, influencing public opinion and policy.

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  3. Community Engagement

    Actively participates in community events and builds partnerships to support Palestinian refugees.

  4. Educational Programs

    Develops programs that educate American audiences about the challenges faced by Palestinian refugees.

  5. Humanitarian Relief Efforts

    Coordinates humanitarian aid and relief efforts for crises affecting Palestinian communities, particularly in Gaza.

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