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A travelling circus for the horror of Gaza
Spain🏛️ PoliticsProgressive7 hr. ago

A travelling circus for the horror of Gaza

In 2018, Muhammad Jader, who grew up under Israeli blockade in Gaza and was inspired by online videos of circus activities abroad, decided to bring his knowledge back to his community. After a decade of effort to acquire necessary tools, he founded 'El Circo de Gaza Libre' with nine other Palestinians. The initiative aimed to spread circus culture among children and youth through workshops and courses based on what they learned online. They established their humble space in the Yabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza. Eight years later, the project has grown to include 480 students, despite the ongoing challenges of life in Gaza.

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El País logoEl PaísIndependent🔒Progressive7 hr. ago
A travelling circus for the horror of Gaza

In 2018, Muhammad Jader, who grew up under Israeli blockade in Gaza and was inspired by online videos of circus activities abroad, decided to bring his knowledge back to his community. After a decade of effort to acquire necessary tools, he founded 'El Circo de Gaza Libre' with nine other Palestinians. The initiative aimed to spread circus culture among children and youth through workshops and courses based on what they learned online. They established their humble space in the Yabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza. Eight years later, the project has grown to include 480 students, despite the ongoing challenges of life in Gaza.

Bias read (Progressive): The article highlights a cultural initiative led by Palestinians in Gaza, emphasizing resilience and creativity amidst occupation. While not overtly political, the context of Gaza under Israeli blockade frames the story within a broader socio-political struggle. The focus on grassroots efforts and '

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