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Portrait of Shorouq Dwayyat

Shorouq Dwayyat

Palestinian former prisoner

Born
1997
Born in
Sur Baher, Jerusalem
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Why Shorouq is here

Shorouq Dwayyat's case highlights the challenges faced by Palestinian women and youth under occupation, bringing international attention to issues of justice and human rights in conflict zones.

Their story

Shorouq Dwayyat is a Palestinian woman from Sur Baher in Jerusalem. Arrested on 7 October 2015 and sentenced to sixteen years in prison, she was released on 25 November 2023 under the prisoner exchange.

Milestones

The moments that shaped Shorouq’s path.

  1. 2015

    High School Graduation

    Achieved a 90% result in the national secondary Tawjihi examinations.

  2. 2015

    Arrest

    Arrested on 7 October 2015 in Jerusalem.

  3. 2016

    Sentencing

    Sentenced to 16 years in prison by a Jerusalem court.

  4. 2015-2023

    Incarceration

    Served eight years in Israeli prison, including time in Damon prison in Haifa.

  5. 2023

    Release

    Released on 25 November 2023 as part of the prisoner exchange.

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Legacy

What they built, changed and left behind.

  1. Highlighting Judicial Challenges

    Became a focal point in discussions about the Israeli judicial system’s treatment of Palestinian detainees.

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  2. Representation of Palestinian Women

    Represented the struggles and resilience of Palestinian women under occupation.

  3. Education Advocacy

    Her case underscored the importance of education for Palestinian youth amid conflict.

  4. Human Rights Advocacy

    Her story was instrumental in mobilizing international human rights advocacy efforts.

  5. Symbol of Resilience

    Became a symbol of resilience and hope for Palestinian communities, particularly for young women.

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