passionate interest in studying international law stemming from personal experiences of legal inequality and systemic discrimination in the West Bank.Witnessing firsthand the legal discrepancies between Israeli settlers and Palestinians, such as the use of Israeli civilian courts for settlers and military courts for Palestinians, catalyzed a desire to understand and challenge such injustices.Aspires to work with global institutions like the
United Nations or the International Criminal Court to champion the rights of marginalized communities and promote systemic change.Envisions leveraging a legal career to advocate for justice, equity, and human rights by addressing structural inequalities in legal systems.Observed how military laws and courts in the West Bank suppress basic freedoms for Palestinians, including political expression, freedom of assembly, and publication rights. This highlighted the profound impact of legal advocacy on individual lives and communities.Conducted extensive self-motivated research on international and military law, focusing on cases like Military Order 1650, which exemplifies the arbitrary and authoritarian nature of certain legal systems.
Gained insights into the complexities of multilateral legal frameworks and their role in conflict zones, inspiring a deeper fascination with the interplay of state and international laws.Engaged in meaningful discussions with high-level officials, including a Minister Counsellor from the EU delegation, about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and potential solutions. These interactions sharpened an understanding of diplomacy, human rights, and the limits of current legal structures.Collaborated with members of the International Committee of the Red Cross on conflict-related issues, who contributed to initiatives like a recent hostage negotiation deal—an experience that demonstrated the tangible impact of legal professionals in real-world crises.Struggled with a sense of dual identity growing up as a Palestinian with Israeli citizenship, feeling torn between national affiliations and cultural belonging.
Frequently confronted questions about identity in international and academic settings, particularly the challenge of reconciling personal heritage with the legal and social structures that define one’s environment.These experiences fostered a nuanced understanding of the complexities of identity and the power of law to shape personal and collective narratives.Founded the Learning Bridge Global Club, a national non-profit organization that tutors students in English and math, particularly under-resourced students facing language and financial barriers.
Contributed over 400 hours of tutoring, witnessing firsthand the transformative power of education in boosting confidence and academic success among students.Took the initiative to establish and lead the Key Club and, coordinating community service projects and educational workshops, demonstrating leadership and organizational skills.Despite personal challenges such as a family illness and parents’ divorce, maintained academic excellence, ultimately advancing to BC Calculus and sharing expertise by teaching peers.Actively participated in sports like tennis and Muay Thai, which instilled discipline, perseverance, and a drive for personal growth.Language learning—navigating English in school, Arabic at home, and Hebrew for daily interactions—helped develop exceptional cross-cultural communication skills and adaptability in diverse environments.
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