Tactics of Resistance: Palestinian Women and the Reclamation of Space in the Old City of Hebron, Palestine

Palestinian women in Hebron's Old City employ everyday resistance tactics to reclaim and revitalize urban space despite severe spatial fragmentation imposed by Israeli occupation. This study highlights their pivotal role in challenging urbicide through professional initiatives and daily practices, asserting their right to the city. The research combines situated knowledge with archival data, site observations, social media analysis, and reports from organizations like the Hebron Rehabilitation Committee and UN-OCHA, offering a nuanced understanding of resilience in oppressive socio-spatial conditions.

Abughannam, R., & Dandis, N. (2026). Tactics of Resistance: Palestinian Women and the Reclamation of Space in the Old City of Hebron, Palestine. International Journal of Islamic Architecture, 15(2), 287–314. https://doi.org/10.1386/ijia_00201_1