Expect to unpack themes of resilience and resistance in Mohamed's documentaries, analyse his creative process, and discuss the role of documentary filmmaking in social and political change as a powerful tool in the face of adversity.

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Mohamed Jabaly is a Palestinian filmmaker and artist from Gaza City. He won several Awards for his work, including Best Directing at IDFA for his latest film "Life is Beautiful – Al Haya Helwa", the Grand Prix Award at FIFDH, the International Competition Jury Award for Best Film at One World Festival and the Audience Award at Docville Belgium. His previous award-winning documentary, "Ambulance", has been shown at some of the world's largest film festivals and has been broadcast globally. Mohamed has held workshops in filmmaking for young people and served on juries for several film festivals. Mohamed holds a BA from Nordland Film & Art College in Northern Norway and is currently pursuing his MA at the National Academy of Arts in Oslo while touring his new film.