**Iyad Burnat **(born September 1973) is a Palestinian activist and leader of the non-violent resistance movement in Bil'in, a village in the West Bank. He serves as the head of the Bil'in Popular Committee against the Wall, which has organized weekly protests since 2005 opposing the construction of the Israeli West Bank barrier. Burnat also leads Friends of Freedom and Justice in Bil'in, a pro-Palestinian organization dedicated to building a global network of supporters advocating for freedom and justice for all people.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iyad_Burnat

Leading Nonviolent Resistance: Organized and led weekly nonviolent protests in Bil'in, bringing international attention to the illegal land confiscations and settlement expansions by Israel

Advocacy and Awareness: Burnat has effectively communicated the Palestinian plight to global audiences, garnering support for the Palestinian cause.

Documentary Film Inspiration: His leadership and activism were featured in the documentary "5 Broken Cameras," directed by his brother Emad Burnat, which highlighted the resistance in Bil'in and was nominated for an Academy Award.

Human Rights Advocacy: Actively worked to document human rights violations in Bil'in and other Palestinian territories, providing crucial evidence and testimony to international human rights organizations.

Empowerment of Local Communities: Burnat's efforts have inspired and empowered other Palestinian communities to adopt nonviolent resistance strategies, fostering a broader movement against the occupation across Palestine.

https://www.facesofpalestine.org/profiles/iyad-burnat