Jenan Matari

Jenan A. Matari is an award-winning Palestinian American writer. She is founder of Zaytoun Publicity, a public relations agency that platforms underrepresented voices, challenges stereotypes, and platforms the richness of diverse cultures. Through her popular social media presence, she shares stories about Palestinian heritage and experienceses. Through her engaging work, she has amassed a global audience of 400K followers and partnered with notable influencers and activists from around the world. Find her on Instagram @jenanmatari and TikTok @jenan.matari.

Aya Ghanameh is a Palestinian illustrator, writer, and designer currently based in New York City. Her work moves away from state-centric ways of thinking to center the voices of ordinary people in historical and political narratives. Her debut children's picture book was the bestseller These Olive Trees. She is also illustrator of Dear Muslim Child.