Actor, Writer, Comedian
I’m a storyteller…
I focus on elevating the narrative surrounding Arabs, Muslims, and the SWANA 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 dialogue, ultimately striving to build a more inclusive, compassionate, and equitable world.
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.
My Voice
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.
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.
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 & Comedy Performances
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.
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.