Join us for a powerful and educational event exploring the Nakbaa tragedy that began in 1948 and continues today.

Truth and Memory: The Nakba Then and Now

Truth and Memory: The Nakba Then and Now

Date:Saturday, May 17th, 2025, 2:00 - 4:00 PM (Doors open at 1:00P PM)

Location:Akron-Summit Public Library (Main Branch)60 S High St, Akron, OH 44326

Registration Link:tinyurl.com/nakba2025

Nakba Remembrance Day, observed annually on May 15th, commemorates the Nakba (catastrophe in Arabic), marking the beginning of the mass displacement of Palestinians from their land. In 1948, Palestinians experienced the forced displacement of over 750,000 people and the massacre of numerous Palestinian villages. This marked the beginning of a history of persecution, occupation, and displacement for the Palestinian people.

This day serves as a poignant reminder of the ongoing Palestinian struggle for justice and liberation. So join us for a day of reflection, remembrance, education, and art as we honor the Palestinian struggle for liberation and reclaim our narrative. This in-person event will feature guest speaker and author Rose Esber, Nakba survivor testimonies, music, poetry, and more!