Voices of UNRWA blog:
palestine refugee stories
The Voices of UNRWA blog is dedicated to providing American readers with real stories of Palestine refugees and their lives.
This blog features many stories of UNRWA alumni, many of whom now call the United States home.
We welcome guest writers, especially UNRWA alumni, to contribute stories and articles for consideration to our collection.
If you’re interested in guest writing, please get in touch.
Diala's Diary: Gaza Continued
UNRWA USA’s Communications team spend their third day in Gaza visiting an IT centre, mental health counselors and meeting with health care professionals in the Strip. This piece is the fourth of the UNRWA USA Communications team’s recap series to highlight their trip to Palestine in the summer of 2022.
Christmas Memories in Palestine
Guest blogger George Zaidan sheds light on his memories of celebrating Christmas under occupation. He hopes his story will make you feel compelled to share your blessings with Palestine refugees this holiday season.
Donor Highlight: Professor George P. Smith
Professor George Pearson Smith is a Nobel Prize-winning American biologist, and a Curators' Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Biological Sciences at the University of Missouri in Columbia, Missouri. He spoke to us on why he believes Palestine refugees deserve a life of dignity filled with education and empowerment.