Growing up in a conservative family in Thailand, I just assumed I would fall in love with someone, get married and stay with this one person for the rest of my life. But then I realized that there are other relationship options. Once I embraced ethical non-monogamy, I felt very empowered and fulfilled.
For this 24-year-old, fighting for Palestinian rights is ‘the most core part of my identity’
Lea Kayali is one of many Palestinian women continuing a long-held tradition of fighting for liberation
Editor’s Note on gender and identity coverage
We are excited to announce a new gender and identity page on washingtonpost.com
