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The Hirbawi® Journal

From the garment that started the conversation on Palestine, our blog brings you news & discussions on Palestinian Culture, Beauty, Struggle, and Liberation.

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Palestinian Brands: A Guide to Palestinian-Owned Businesses to Support

Looking for Palestinian brands to support? This guide covers the best Palestinian-owned businesses making authentic goods in Palestine — from Hirbawi kufiyas to Sumud Stories leather, PalStitch tatreez embroidery, and...

What Does Sumud Mean? The Palestinian Concept of Steadfast Resilience

Sumud (صمود) is the Palestinian concept of steadfast endurance — a quiet refusal to disappear. It describes farmers tending olive groves, artisans preserving crafts, and factories continuing despite hardship. This...

Palestinian Jewelry & Palestine Bracelet Guide: Handcrafted Pieces Keeping a Tradition Alive

Palestinian bracelets, necklaces, and tatreez-inspired pieces are crafted by artisans preserving traditions despite hardship. This guide explores what makes Palestinian jewelry unique, highlights popular styles like bracelets, necklaces, and tatreez...

Palestinian Goods: The Complete Guide to Authentic Palestinian Products

Authentic Palestinian goods — ceramics, art, clothing, leather, jewellery, olive wood, embroidery and kufiyas — all made in Palestine by Palestinian artisans still working today. A complete guide to what's made, who...

Sumud Stories Donating Profits to Gazan Students in Egypt

Throughout September, in honour of the Sumud Flotilla and its members, who are currently risking their lives to sail to Palestine and break the siege on Gaza, we’re taking our...