It took a long time to be okay about what happened to my family. Now I realize that it’s okay if your family doesn’t fit a norm, because every family carries their own unique story. Sharing that journey is a part of my healing process.
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
