Hatem Bazian

Hatem Bazian, a prominent Palestinian scholar at UC Berkeley focusing on Islamophobia, and Ismail Patel, founder of Friends of Al-Aqsa, dive deep into pro-Palestinian resistance. They share personal journeys into activism and the impact of coloniality on current conflicts. The discussion touches on the significance of protests for education and solidarity with other movements, the destruction of Gaza’s universities, and Western academia's complicity. Ultimately, they envision victory as a future defined by freedom and justice for all.

Hatem Bazian, a prominent Palestinian scholar at UC Berkeley, and Ismail Patel, founder of Friends of Al-Aqsa, delve into the complexities of pro-Palestinian activism. They reflect on their personal experiences witnessing occupation, the power of protests in fostering solidarity, and the intricate connections between Palestine and other justice movements. The discussion stretches into the colonial legacies in global politics, critiques of Western universities' complicity, and the importance of redefining what success in the movement truly means.

In a thought-provoking discussion, Prof. Hatem Bazian, a scholar and professor, delves into the complexities of structural Islamophobia and its ties to global politics. He unpacks the historical narratives that associate violence in the Muslim world with anti-Muslim sentiments in the West. Bazian critiques the constructed narratives of extremism while advocating for a deeper understanding of power dynamics. He emphasizes the systemic nature of Islamophobia in society and highlights the importance of solidarity among marginalized groups, particularly Palestinians and Muslims.