Friends of Freedom and Justice – Bil'in
Preserving heritage, promoting peace, building community
About Friends of Freedom and Justice
Friends of Freedom and Justice (FFJ) is a Palestinian Authority-recognized non-profit organization established in 2008 and based in Bil'in and Ramallah. Building on peaceful resistance efforts that began in 2005, we have been at the forefront of documenting our community's challenges under occupation and advocating for human rights globally.
Every Friday, our village participates in nonviolent demonstrations, using creative techniques to draw international attention. Through land restoration, education funding, and trauma support programs, we rebuild our community while fostering cross-cultural understanding with international visitors and activists.
Through dedication, creativity, and resilience, FFJ empowers the people of Bil'in and Ramallah, working tirelessly for justice, peace, and a better future.
Who We Are
An authentic, community-rooted movement of peaceful resistance and renewal.
Friends of Freedom and Justice (FFJ) is a non-profit organization recognized by the Palestinian Authority, based in Bil'in and Ramallah. We are more than an organization - we are a living testament to the power of peaceful resistance and community resilience.
Through creativity, determination, and unwavering commitment to non-violence, we document the challenges faced by our community, advocate for human rights globally, and foster international understanding of the Palestinian struggle for justice.
Global Impact
Bil'in's story reaches hearts and minds worldwide
Every Friday: Peaceful demonstrations for justice
Peaceful Resistance
Since 2005, leading non-violent demonstrations and creative advocacy for human rights (Organization established 2008)
Community Rebuilding
Land restoration, education funding, and trauma support programs for our people
Global Awareness
Putting Bil'in on the international map through media attention and storytelling
Future Vision
Working tirelessly for justice, peace, and a better tomorrow for all
Our History
A journey of resilience, community building, and peaceful resistance spanning nearly two decades.
Community Roots
Based in Bil'in & Ramallah
Weekly Demos
Every Friday since 2005
Documentary
5 Broken Cameras fame
Global Recognition
International awards
Resistance Begins and Organization Established
The peaceful resistance movement in Bil'in began in 2005 with weekly demonstrations against land confiscation and the separation wall. Building on three years of grassroots activism, Friends of Freedom and Justice (FFJ) was formally established in 2008 as a Palestinian Authority-recognized non-profit organization based in Bil'in and Ramallah. From its inception, FFJ expanded its impact through land restoration efforts, funding university education, and supporting programs for children suffering from trauma linked to night raids. Along the way, documenting our journey became essential though not without its risks. Five cameras were broken in the process of capturing our struggle.
Our Continuing Legacy
From a small village to the world stage, our story continues to inspire movements for justice, peace, and human dignity across the globe.
To preserve the cultural heritage of Bil'in while promoting peaceful resistance, community development, and social justice through education, cultural programs, and non-violent activism.
A thriving Bil'in community that maintains its cultural identity, lives in peace and dignity, and serves as a model for peaceful coexistence and sustainable development.
Non-violence, cultural preservation, community solidarity, environmental stewardship, education, transparency, and unwavering commitment to justice and human dignity.