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Truth, Dignity, and Justice
Mohsen Mahdawi is a Palestinian advocate for human rights and policy reform, building bridges across communities to pursue justice for all.
● ABOUT
Born in a refugee camp in Palestine, Mohsen’s path led him from resistance to leadership at Columbia University, where he champions human rights through dialogue and policy
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● WORK AND IMPACT
Legal Fight
Mohsen’s work bridges activism and policy to demand lasting peace built on human dignity, accountability, and shared freedom.
Advocacy Projects
Strategic campaigns advancing Palestinian rights and freedom of expression.
Community Initiatives
Grassroots programs linking empathy with civic action.
Public Speaking
Over 100 events across synagogues, universities, and community centers
● MISSION
Mohsen’s mission is shaped by his hope for children in Palestine and across the world. Drawing on a life shaped by displacement and advocacy, he works to ensure every child can grow up with safety and dignity, guided by a commitment to human rights and the protection every family deserves
“I stand with communities that seek justice and public accountability. I also share meditation, empathy, and compassion because these practices guide my own commitment to nonviolent action and help others build the same strength.”
Support Mohsen
● DONATE
Legal Defense Fund
Mohsen Mahdawi is involved in two connected legal cases that test how the First Amendment applies to immigrants in the United States.
Mohsen faces deportation after being detained by ICE during what should have been a routine naturalization interview.
1 - Immigration case
He is also challenging that detention, arguing that immigrants, like everyone in this country, have the right to speak, assemble, and express political opinions without fear that their immigration status will be used against them.
2 - Civil rights case
Several attorneys are working on Mohsen’s behalf without pay, but the cases require funding for research, filings, and expert support.
Contributing to this fund helps ensure his case receives the resources it needs and that its outcome strengthens constitutional protections for free speech. These protections affect immigrants and citizens alike.
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● VOLUNTEER
Stand with Mohsen
Mohsen’s legal cases are still active, and the outcomes will shape how free speech is protected for immigrants in the United States.
He is no longer in detention, but he faces the risk of being taken into custody again while his immigration case moves forward. This campaign relies on a strong network of people who can help with public education, rapid response, and community outreach.
Volunteers play a key role in keeping Mohsen safe, supporting his legal team, and building public understanding of the stakes in his case.
If you want to take part in this effort, your time and skills can make an immediate impact.
● MEDIA AND NEWS
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