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Hind Khoury

Advocate for Palestinian Rights and Dignity

Born
1953
Born in
Bethlehem, West Bank (under Jordanian rule at the time)
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Hind Khoury is a significant Palestinian diplomat and economist who has played a vital role in advocating for Palestinian rights, particularly through her leadership in Kairos Palestine and her diplomatic service as a representative of Palestine in France.

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Hind Khoury is a Palestinian economist and diplomat known for her dedication to advancing Palestinian rights on the global stage. As a former Minister of State for Jerusalem Affairs and a former Palestinian ambassador to France, Khoury has been at the forefront of the struggle for Palestinian self-determination. Her work with Kairos Palestine, an ecumenical movement that advocates for a just and lasting peace in Palestine, has further cemented her reputation as a tireless advocate for justice.

Milestones

The moments that shaped Hind’s path.

  1. 1988

    Completed her studies in management at Boston University while working with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), marking the beginning of her involvement in international development and advocacy.

  2. 2005

    Appointed Minister of State for Jerusalem Affairs in the Palestinian National Authority, where she focused on issues related to the preservation of Palestinian heritage in Jerusalem.

  3. 2006-2010

    Served as the Delegate General of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) in France, representing Palestinian interests in Europe and strengthening diplomatic ties.

  4. 2015

    Became the General Secretary of Kairos Palestine, leading efforts to mobilize global Christian support for Palestinian rights and justice.

  5. 2016

    Played a pivotal role in the Kairos Palestine movement, advocating for international support through boycotts, divestments, and sanctions against Israeli policies.

Legacy

What they built, changed and left behind.

  1. Advocacy for Palestinian Rights in Jerusalem

    As Minister of State for Jerusalem Affairs, Khoury worked to protect Palestinian cultural and religious heritage in Jerusalem against Israeli encroachments.

  2. International Diplomacy

    Through her role as the Palestinian representative in France, she strengthened diplomatic efforts and raised awareness about the Palestinian cause in Europe.

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  3. Leadership in Kairos Palestine

    Khoury has been instrumental in promoting the Kairos Palestine document, which calls for global solidarity with Palestinians and highlights the moral and ethical dimensions of their struggle.

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  4. Promotion of Nonviolent Resistance

    Under her leadership, Kairos Palestine emphasized creative, nonviolent resistance to Israeli occupation, advocating for economic and cultural boycotts as tools for achieving justice.

  5. Educational Outreach and Public Speaking

    Khoury has been an active speaker at international forums, educating global audiences about the realities of the Israeli occupation and the need for a just resolution that respects Palestinian rights.

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