Summary
A Palestinian mapping project using open-source techniques and maps dating back to the nineteenth century to display Palestinian villages and cities under their original Arabic names, cited by Nour Naim as an example of technology strengthening refugees’ connection to their land (Light in Gaza: Writings Born of Fire, PDF p.164).
Details
- By comparing historical maps with later ones, the project presents the changes that took place through colonialism and occupation; users interact through their phones to produce updated knowledge and enrich its database (PDF p.164).
- Naim pairs it with Palestine VR, which features daily life in Palestinian communities and virtual tours exposing settlements, water theft and land grabs (PDF p.164-165).
Related pages
Light in Gaza: Writings Born of Fire, Nour Naim, Right of Return, Nakba