About us

Colors of Resilience is a not-for-profit initiative founded on the belief that every child’s voice matters and every drawing tells a story that deserves to be remembered.

Our project began with a collection of artwork created by Palestinian children during the First Intifada (1987–1993). These drawings are more than artistic expressions—they are living testimonies of courage, hope, resilience, and the enduring spirit of children growing up amid conflict and uncertainty.

Through books, educational projects, and cultural initiatives, we seek to preserve these voices, share their stories with the world, and promote understanding, compassion, and human dignity.

Colors of Resilience is operated exclusively for charitable and educational purposes. All profits generated from the sale of our books and merchandise are donated to organizations that provide healthcare and humanitarian support to Palestinian and Lebanese children.

When you purchase a Colors of Resilience product, you are not simply buying a book or a piece of merchandise—you are helping transform the creativity and resilience of children into tangible support for children in need today.

Together, we honor their stories, preserve their memories, and help build a future rooted in hope, dignity, and compassion.

About the Authors

Issam Al-Yamani, BA
Palestinian writer and
co-founder of the Toronto
Palestine Film Festival, based
in Canada, from a family
exiled in 1948 from the
village of Suhmata.

Jude Barakat, MSc
Palestinian pharmacist and
writer based in the United
States, from a family exiled
in 1967 from the villages of
Anabta and Silwan.