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I founded and ran DARVR2DAC independently for two years, raising thousands of dollars for Gaza through mission-driven merchandise, pop-up fundraisers, and community events. I designed and produced posters, stickers, and apparel, managed inventory and sales, and directed a nonprofit photo shoot and marketing campaign to boost visibility. This project combined hands-on art and design with project management, fundraising, volunteer leadership, and ethical community outreach.

I’ve worked closely with multiple organizations to table at large events and community gatherings — from the People’s Conference for Palestine to encampments and local benefit events — with the goal of raising funds for Gaza and amplifying Palestinian voices. These tabling efforts involved volunteer coordination, materials design, on-site sales, donation management, and outreach to event partners.

I directed a nonprofit photo shoot to showcase a sweater featuring my design Symbols of Resistance. As creative director I coordinated models, location logistics, and I oversaw the marketing campaign from concept through publication. The shoot aimed to raise funds and visibility for Gaza relief by turning wearable art into a fundraising tool. Beyond photography, I handled campaign messaging, distribution planning, and post-shoot promotion.

The above photographs are products I designed: handcrafted / supplied / illustrated — posters, stickers, apparel, and small merchandise — all embracing Palestinian identity and resistance. Each product was conceived as both an artwork and a fundraising tool, blending craft, narrative, and practical logistics to support community-driven aid.