Ali Abu Awwad is a prominent Palestinian peace activist who has worked in peace-building in Israel and Palestine for many years. He created the Palestinian non-violence movement Taghyeer, which envisions a democratic, independent Palestinian society based on freedom, dignity, and security for all. Through founding and organizing Taghyeer, Awwad views nonviolence as a lifestyle that successfully defends one’s rights. According to Awwad, “Non-violence is the art of practicing your humanity; it is the art of being a human being. Peace is a place where we can live by accepting our differences and respecting each other’s rights.”