QUICK FACTS
Date of Birth
1998
Sheikh Jarrah, Jerusalem, Palestine
Place of Birth
Why Featured?
Vocal advocacy against displacement in Sheikh Jarrah and Jerusalem
BRIEF BIO
Muna Al-Kurd is a prominent Palestinian activist known for her efforts to raise international awareness about the Israeli occupation continuous illegal actions , particularly the forced displacement of Palestinians in Sheikh Jarrah. Alongside her twin brother Mohammed, Muna has become a symbol of Palestinian resistance and youth activism.
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DATE
Monday, January 26, 2026
MAJOR MILESTONES
Key dates & turning points
Born and Raised in Sheikh Jarrah (1998): Grew up in a neighborhood central to her later activism...See More
Campaign Against Evictions (October 2020): Faced with the threat of eviction, Muna and her family were given 30 days to appeal against the eviction orders.
#SaveSheikhJarrah Campaign (March 2021): Launched a successful online campaign to bring international attention to forced displacements in Sheikh Jarrah...See More
Arrest by IDF: Arrested for participating in what was described as “riots” in Sheikh Jarrah by the occupation side...See More
Featured in TIME’s 100 Most Influential People (2021): Recognition for her efforts in bringing global attention to the Palestinian cause.
CONTRIBUTIONS
What they did, and why it matters
International Advocacy: Used social media to document and share the struggles faced by Palestinians in Sheikh Jarrah.
Raising Global Awareness: Her activism led to international protests and a shift in global perception regarding the international support with the Palestinians .
Symbol of Resistance: Became a leading voice in the fight against Israeli occupation and displacement practices...See More
Youth Mobilization: Inspired a new generation of Palestinian and global youth to engage in activism.
Media Appearances: Utilized various media platforms to articulate the Palestinian narrative in multiple languages.
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Last updated
Jan 26, 2026
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