Actor, Writer, Comedian

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I’m a storyteller…

I focus on elevating the narrative surrounding Muslims, and the Arab community, in all forms of media.

For a Palestinian American Writer, Actor, and Comedian like me, storytelling is not just a form of artistic expression but a tool for empowerment, empathy, and collective action.

I hope to amplify marginalized voices, challenge stereotypes, and foster meaningful conversations, towards building a more authentically inclusive and compassionate world.

My Voice

Blog

Poetry, dream interpretations, and personal reflections. Meaningful experiences from the story of my life. Trigger warning, I talk about grief and the loss of my mother, a lot.

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Television and Theater

A glimpse into my love of acting, featuring work that I'm honored to have brought to life in television and theater. I take pride in saying I worked alongside some really cool people, and I never played their terrorist.

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If you want to support my mission, my content or my work, or if my voice simply resonates with you - please feel free to support me at the link below <3

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Community Impact

My journey in community programming & advocacy, sharing career highlights and updates. I took the pain I experienced from watching my parents struggle as a kid, and used it as fuel to help others.

Spoken Word - Faux Identity

'Faux Identity' that delves into the complexities of my Palestinian, Muslim, Arab-American identity. I explore themes of belonging, representation, and the challenges of navigating multiple cultural identities in America, particularly in the context of Islamophobia post 9/11. On the weekend of Oct 7th, I performed it live after it was sitting idle in my “Notes” for 6 years. Now, the piece evolves with me.

Spoken Word & Comedy Performances

Stand-up Comedy - Comic Strip Live - NYC

My comedy set includes experiences from the perspective of Arab Identity and womanhood.

Topics include navigating the television industry, dating while Arab and family politics.

Dating While Arab - Short

We decided to explore everyday misconceptions of Arabs and humorous encounters that illustrate the experience of existing as an Arab in America, through the lens of dating.

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Other Fun Projects

its okay habibi can be found on Apple podcasts, Spotify and Youtube <3

FEATURED UPDATE

I had the honor of being featured on @itsthemayoforme ‘s instagram channel.

We collaborated on making a Za’tar sandwich while sharing facts about the ongoing genocide in Gaza’s effect on its women.

Click here to see the Instagram video.

Click here to read the follow-up interview on MaryJane’s “My Sandwich, My Choice” Blog.

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