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Rushdi Sarraj

Palestinian photojournalist and Ain Media co-founder

Born
1992
Born in
Gaza, Palestine
Path
Arts
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Why Rushdi is here

Rushdi Sarraj is remembered for his dedication to truthfully and bravely documenting life in Gaza, particularly during times of conflict and peace, and for his contributions to Palestinian journalism.

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Rushdi Sarraj was a Palestinian photojournalist known for his work in Gaza. He co-founded Ain Media, a media company that worked with international news organizations. Sarraj was dedicated to portraying the everyday life and struggles of people in Gaza through his photography and filmmaking.

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Milestones

The moments that shaped Rushdi’s path.

  1. 2012

    Co-founded Ain Media with Yaser Murtaja.

  2. 2018

    Overcoming the loss of his colleague and friend Yaser Murtaja, and continuing their shared mission in journalism (2018).

  3. Producing footage for international organizations including UNICEF, Al Jazeera, and BBC.

  4. 2012 - 2023

    Covering six Israeli aggressions on Gaza since 2012, amplifying the Palestinian voice in international media (2012 - 2023).

  5. Won numerous awards for productions with Ain Media.

  6. 2023

    Killed in an airstrike on 22 October 2023.

Legacy

What they built, changed and left behind.

  1. Documenting the realities of life in Gaza amidst conflict.

  2. Providing coverage for international media outlets, ensuring global visibility of the Palestinian situation.

  3. Producing award-winning content for various international organizations.

  4. Continuing journalistic work in Gaza despite personal losses and risks.

  5. Portraying the resilience and everyday life of Palestinians beyond the conflict.

  6. Martyred in an Israeli Occupation missile strike in Gaza.

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