This is not a story about a place.
It is a story about home.
A 2024 documentary by filmmaker Monear Shaer
How it started…
Gaza Is Our Home began as a personal journey to preserve memory and honor the families of Gaza. Through recovered footage, family stories, and firsthand accounts, the film captures life in Gaza beyond the headlines. It is a record of resilience, culture, and the human spirit that refuses to be erased.
Monear Shaer lost 33 members of his family, along with generations of memories tied to home and everyday life in Gaza. This loss drives the film’s mission: to document, preserve, and share the stories of Gaza’s people.
More than a film, Gaza Is Our Home is a cultural record. It exists to protect memory, challenge narratives, and create space for human connection. Each screening becomes a gathering point, inviting audiences to listen, reflect, and carry these stories forward.
The documentary continues to grow through live screenings, discussions, and community-led events. Its mission is not only to bear witness, but to ensure that Gaza’s story is remembered, shared, and never reduced to silence.
“When home is erased, memory becomes an act of resistance.”
The Film’s Approach
Community Screenings
The film has been shown at over 80 screenings worldwide, connecting audiences with Gaza’s real experiences.
Personal Archives
Recovered footage from Gaza between 1995 and 2005 forms the backbone of the story.
Living Testimony
Through live storytelling and discussions, the film amplifies voices that often go unheard.
Why This Film Matters
Gaza is more than news cycles.
Families existed before the destruction.
Culture and history are worth preserving.
Memory deserves protection.
Cultural & Spiritual Impact
Beyond filmmaking, Gaza Is Our Home seeks to inspire reflection, empathy, and action. The project is faith-driven and community-centered, connecting audiences to Gaza’s stories in a way that is both personal and universal.
From Film to Movement
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Creation: Recovering and editing decades of footage.
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Screenings: Bringing the stories to audiences worldwide.
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Discussions: Facilitating conversations about culture, faith, and resilience.
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Community Growth: Engaging volunteers and collaborators for future projects.
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Future Projects: Expanding the documentary’s reach and impact globally.
Join the Story
Every screening keeps the story alive and ensures Gaza’s memory continues to be shared.