“Hi everyone, I am Bisan from Gaza, and I am still alive…”
Feature Friday shines a light on individuals who not only dream of change but who ignite it. Bisan Owda is one such luminary, a Palestinian filmmaker whose lens captures the depth of conflict and the peaks of human resilience.
Owda’s evolution from sharing cultural narratives to the stark testimonies of war came at a personal cost: her office, a sanctuary of storytelling, was shattered in an airstrike. Yet, amid the debris, her spirit remained unbroken as she turned to her phone to document life’s persisting pulse in Gaza.
Bisan’s activism transcends beyond her role as a journalist. As a youth and community activist, content creator, and trainer, she harnesses advocacy, debates, and the skills of the 21st century to cultivate an environment of growth and understanding. Her volunteer work with local and international organizations spotlights youth engagement, women’s roles in combating climate change, and the upholding of human rights.
The show “Hakawatia” on Roya TV is her stage, where social issues are presented and dissected, creating a dialogic platform for her audience. As part of the UN Women’s Youth Gender Innovation Agora Forum, Bisan is not just voicing her thoughts; she’s galvanizing action for gender equality.
Her commitment to storytelling is a commitment to visibility—for the issues that afflict her community and the potential that thrives within it. Owda’s narrative is a testament to the power of women in media, their capacity to confront social, political, and economic tribulations, and their unyielding courage in the face of adversity.
Stand with Bisan Owda. Let her courage inspire yours. Follow her path, lend your support, and be a part of a movement reshaping the world, one story at a time.
Support Bisan and her mission here:
- Broadcast Channel- Join Bisan’s Campaign for Change
- YouTube – Support Bisan’s Visionary Work
- Instagram – Connect with Bisan’s Journey
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