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Ali Jeddah

Afro-Palestinian resistance icon

Born
1951
Born in
Old City, Jerusalem
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Why Ali is here

Dedicated his life to Palestinian resistance and highlighted the African-Palestinian experience under occupation.

Their story

Ali Jeddah, an Afro-Palestinian activist, has been a symbol of resistance against Israeli occupation. Born in the Old City of Jerusalem, Jeddah is part of the African-Palestinian community, which has long been marginalized. After participating in a militant operation in 1968, he was imprisoned for 17 years. Upon his release, he became a vocal advocate for the Palestinian cause and documented the experiences of African Palestinians under occupation.

Milestones

The moments that shaped Ali’s path.

  1. Imprisoned for 17 years

    Jeddah was arrested in 1968 for his role in a grenade attack against Israeli forces and spent 17 years in Israeli prison.

  2. 1985

    Release from Prison

    Jeddah was freed as part of a prisoner exchange deal and became a community leader in Jerusalem.

  3. Documented the African-Palestinian experience

    He focused on the struggles of Afro-Palestinians living under Israeli occupation.

  4. Continued activism after prison

    Despite his incarceration, Jeddah remained an outspoken advocate for Palestinian liberation.

  5. Featured in international documentaries

    His story has been told in various media, shedding light on both the Palestinian struggle and the Afro-Palestinian community.

Legacy

What they built, changed and left behind.

  1. Advocated for the Afro-Palestinian community

    Jeddah’s activism brought attention to the marginalized Afro-Palestinian population in Jerusalem.

  2. Continued the Palestinian resistance post-incarceration

    Even after years in prison, Jeddah remained committed to the Palestinian cause.

  3. Preserved the history of African Palestinians

    Through his work, he documented the unique experiences of his community under Israeli occupation.

  4. Promoted international awareness of the Palestinian struggle: Jeddah’s participation in global forums and media helped bring the Palestinian narrative to international audiences.

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  5. Served as a symbol of resilience

    Jeddah’s life story exemplifies the resilience of Palestinians, particularly the Afro-Palestinian minority, in their continued fight for justice and recognition.

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