Comments for Rangineh Azimzadeh

Comment on Remembering Ramallah by Kati

Kati — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 18:42:20 +0000

Rangineh, you are such an inspiration – the powerful work you have dedicated yourself to, and the articulate, thoughtful way you have enabled us to experience your journey have opened my eyes to thinking differently about a part of the world that is mostly portrayed in American media as conflict-ridden.

Through your words, I now think of Palestine not in the pre-defined term of facing a conflict, but as facing a great opportunity to demonstrate what peace after struggle looks like. I am enamored with your idealism, your brilliance, and your advocacy, and look forward to learning more from you as you continue your journey.

Thank you for sharing with the world your wisdom.

<3 Kati

Comment on Remembering Ramallah by Stephanie Somanchi

Stephanie Somanchi — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 14:56:12 +0000

I’m so proud of you. Thank you for sharing your insights and wisdom.

Comment on Remembering Ramallah by Lynda Bell

Lynda Bell — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 04:43:20 +0000

Dear Rangineh,

You certainly achieved your goal of reaching and changing awareness in people here. I have learned much from your posts.

The other day on a PBS show (channel 10 in Portland) I saw a wonderful show on the series called POV (Point of View). There was very little spoken; most of the story came simply through the images. It was all about divided Jerusalem and how permits are needed to cross at certain points, thus separating families. If I can find a link to it, I will send it to you. It was so well done, showing the huge cement wall and how people manage to get around.

You write so well and I have enjoyed all of your posts!

Please keep in touch! All the best,
Lynda

Comment on Remembering Ramallah by Barbara

Barbara — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 22:38:32 +0000

Dear Rangineh – a very poignant ending article to your summer. (Although this is not an ending but really just a beginning to your journey to determining your role in working towards more peace and justice in the world.)

I loved your thinking on our various expectations and definitions of what peace is to each of us. This is a very sobering thought. I think this writing was your best of the summer.

I also loved listening to the call to prayer and seeing the view from your apartment in Ramallah at sunset.

It was an honor to be thinking of you and privy to your thoughts this summer.

Hugs, Barb

Comment on Al-Mahattah: Building Civil Society One Exhibit at a Time by Stephanie Somanchi

Stephanie Somanchi — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 03:56:24 +0000

This is very exciting! In struggle, living is often forgotten. The focus on art allow one to see who she is not only what she is against.

Comment on Jenin Refugee Camp by Stephanie Somanchi

Stephanie Somanchi — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 06:14:25 +0000

Your exposure of the situation does not invoke hopelessness, it generates momentum for peace. Thank you.

Comment on Serving Injustice: The Story of Alaa Abu Daqqa by Stephanie Somanchi

Stephanie Somanchi — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 17:53:20 +0000

It is impressive to hear of such a principled man.

Comment on Breathing Bi’lin by Lynda Bell

Lynda Bell — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 18:25:26 +0000

Hi Rangineh!
I continue to read your postings and learn so much! Thanks for doing this important job! It sounds like you are making many meaningful contacts. You are networking for the future!
Lynda

Comment on From A Professional to A Pillar: Baseme Bashir’s Story by Stephanie Somanchi

Stephanie Somanchi — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 05:17:52 +0000

What an inspiration! She is right to say that this extends far beyond her and addresses the rights of all people.

Comment on The Haunting Reality of Hebron by Stephanie Somanchi

Stephanie Somanchi — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 17:43:06 +0000

Rangineh,

What a precious act is kindness. Thank you for sharing this story. It forces me to look in my own heart and find kindness in my own “safe” neighborhood. If I cannot create it here, how can it be found in Hebron?

Thinking of you. Be safe.

- Stephanie