NEW FACES OF SLOVENIA
Read Mohammed’s story
Who am I?
I am Mohammed Jadallah, a Palestinian from Gaza. I graduated in physiotherapy and worked in several hospitals, including Al-Shifa and Al-Wafa. I treated children, burn victims, and people with orthopedic issues. While working, I also developed my creative side – photography, design, and video editing. Since my youth, I have been writing – about Gaza, Palestine, and the injustices we experience. Writing led me to rap music. In this, I found a new way of expression.
I believe that with openness and kindness we can create a society without division.
Coming to Slovenia
I left Gaza due to constant wars and oppression. I lived without basic conditions, without freedom of movement. Everything had a price. I survived five wars – even before the current genocidal situation. I simply could no longer live without hope.
Living in Slovenia
Today in Slovenia, I am looking for freedom, security, and a better future – for myself and my family. One of the biggest challenges is learning the language. I am learning Slovenian every day. I understand more and more, I can speak basic sentences. But without the language, it is hard to find stable work in my field.
Challenges and achievements
Sometimes my skin color attracts unwanted looks. But it doesn’t break me. I have wonderful Slovenian friends by my side who accept and support me. I am also proud of my artistic journey. I have performed at numerous events and on big stages all over Slovenia. This gives me strength and motivation to move forward.
Let’s get to know each other. Let’s connect. Let’s be human.
Challenges and solutions for better integration of newcomers to Slovenia,
according to Mohammed:
Learning a language: Without a language, there is no work and connection.
Solution: More free courses and conversation groups.- Housing discrimination: It is very difficult to find accommodation without the help of Slovenians.
- Solution: Greater openness, assistance in finding accommodation, protection for tenants.
- Social distance: Prejudices still exist.
- Solution: Dialogue, cultural exchanges, and joint events.
I am also collecting help for my family in Gaza. You can help through this link.
Let’s fight the stereotypes, prejudices and discrimination. Every individual deserves the opportunity to participate in society on an equal footing. Let’s stand together for a more inclusive and equitable future.
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𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒋𝒆𝒄𝒕 “𝑩𝑶𝑫𝑬/𝑩𝒓𝒆𝒛 𝑶𝒗𝒊𝒓 𝑫𝒐 𝑬𝒏𝒂𝒌𝒐𝒔𝒕𝒊” 𝒊𝒔 𝒇𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒅 𝒃𝒚 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭𝟒𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝒊𝒏 𝑺𝒍𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒏𝒊𝒂 𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝑵𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒎𝒃𝒆𝒓 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑 – 𝒕𝒐 𝑱𝒖𝒏𝒆 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓.
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In cooperation with ADRA, the project is also on this page.
