The 2023 Gaza War has significantly impacted Palestinian identity and resilience, reshaping how individuals and communities perceive their sense of self and collective purpose amidst ongoing conflict and occupation. This study examines how the war has redefined resilience and identity among Palestinian university students, focusing on the ongoing process of redefining life and resistance under occupation. A purposive sample of 31 bachelor's degree students from An-Najah National University was selected for qualitative interviews, representing diverse academic disciplines. The results reveal that the war has significantly influenced students' perceptions of resilience and identity, highlighting a shift toward a more collective and culturally rooted understanding of these concepts. The narratives underscore the role of education and community support in fostering resilience, while reflecting on the ongoing challenges posed by occupation and conflict. The study concludes that the resilience inherent in Palestinian identity continues to evolve in response to the changing landscape of conflict and oppression, emphasizing the importance of recognizing these shifts as part of a broader, enduring process of resistance and adaptation.

Title

Acta Psychologia

Publisher

Elsevier

Publisher Country

Netherlands

Indexing

Scopus

Impact Factor

2.7

Publication Type

Online only

Volume

259

Year

2025

Pages

1-7