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A controversial long-running mayor of Jerusalem who opposed the Zionist agenda while maintaining close ties with British Mandate authorities
A leader, activist, and diplomat affectionately referred to by his community as the Lion of Jerusalem
Founder of al-Quds Arabic newspaper, one of the most ubiquitous and influential Palestinian publications in Jerusalem’s history
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Educator, warrior for women’s rights, founder of women’s organizations, and trailblazing political leader and activist
A physician and politician from Jerusalem who played a central role in the Palestinian nationalist movement and left a copious record of it all.
A prominent Ottoman politician who served as mayor of Jerusalem and Jerusalem representative and was a prolific writer, talented linguist, and scholar
A lifelong public servant who served as mayor and governor of Jerusalem, and held the latter post when East Jerusalem was occupied in 1967
Jerusalemite who dedicated his life to public service and strengthening the city, including as mayor 1957–67; popularly known as the “Amin of Jerusalem”
A beloved doctor who served his city and his people, especially those in need, for seven decades
A social activist, educator, and institution builder who has dedicated her life to serving her community
An activist and journalist who has drawn global attention to Israel’s efforts to forcibly expel Palestinians from Jerusalem
An iconic figure in Palestinian music whose work expressed the cultural and political experiences of Palestinians under occupation