Waleed Dukka
Resilient writer and activist enduring decades of imprisonment.
Date of Birth:
1961
Baqa al-Gharbiya, Palestine
Place of Birth:
Why Featured?
Walid Daqqa's long imprisonment and activism make him a significant figure in the Palestinian narrative, symbolizing resilience and resistance.
Brief bio
Walid Daqqa is a Palestinian writer and activist who has been in Israeli occupation prison since 1986. Despite his long-term imprisonment, he has continued to contribute to Palestinian literature and thought.
Major Milestones
Contributions
Imprisonment in 1986: Daqqa was arrested and sentenced to 37 years in prison for his involvement in the killing of an Israeli soldier.
Marriage in 1999: He got married while in prison.
Fathering a Child in 2020: Daqqa managed to father a child, Milad, by smuggling his sperm out of prison.
Diagnosis of Bone Marrow Cancer in 2022: He was diagnosed with advanced bone marrow cancer.
Extended Sentence: His sentence was extended by two years in 2017.
Literary Contributions: Daqqa has written several books, articles, and poems while in prison...See More
Education: Obtained his master's degree in political science while imprisoned...See More
Advocacy for Prisoners' Rights: Became a prominent figure in the Palestinian prisoners' movement.
Symbol of Defiance: His marriage and fatherhood while in prison symbolize resistance against Israeli jail authorities.
Inspiring Cultural Works: His life and experiences inspired the play “A Parallel Time,” reflecting his and fellow prisoners' experiences.
Date of Last Update:
January 7, 2025
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