Intersectionality in the American South

Hope is a Practice: Bearing Witness to Palestinian Humanity

Mar 31, 2025
Guest
Sig Giordano
Sig Giordano, an Associate Professor at Kennesaw State University and granddaughter of Holocaust survivors, shares compelling experiences from their time in the West Bank. They discuss the annual olive harvest, exploring its symbolism in Palestinian resistance. Giordano reflects on their multicultural identity and the complexities of Jewish and Palestinian solidarity. The conversation emphasizes international activism, community support, and the profound resilience of Palestinian voices amidst ongoing challenges. This insightful dialogue sheds light on the necessity of hope and self-care in activism.
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1
Intro
00:00 • 3min
2
Navigating Identity and Justice
02:35 • 22min
3
Witnessing Resistance: Solidarity in the West Bank
25:00 • 8min
4
The Olive Harvest: A Symbol of Resistance and Struggle
33:11 • 6min
5
Resilience and Resistance: Palestinian Voices
39:06 • 12min
6
The Olive Grove Struggle
50:40 • 7min
7
Nurturing Resilience through Community and Self-Care
57:11 • 5min