Dear friends and supporters,

My name is Abdullah Milhem, and I’m a Palestinian activist and filmmaker living in Berlin. Over the past years, I’ve been working hard to build a stable life here and create a better future for myself and my family. However, due to the demanding nature of my cinematography studies, restrictions on working as a student in Germany, and the legal costs I’ve faced because of my pro-Palestine activism, I’m now in a very difficult situation, emotionally, physically, and financially.

The ongoing conflict back home, the loss of loved ones, and years of constant stress and overwork have taken a serious toll on my mental and physical health, leaving me exhausted yet still determined to keep going. Despite this, I continue to push forward, driven by my belief in the power of art and activism to make a difference.

At the same time, most of my limited resources have gone toward supporting my family in Palestine. Recently, my mother’s health has deteriorated severely. She urgently needs a delicate neurological surgery, as her nervous system is collapsing after decades of trauma, and from not being able to see me for seven long years. I am her only child as the only one who is able to help her through this situation.

Right now, I am close to finishing my degree and preparing to apply for German citizenship, milestones I’ve worked tirelessly toward for six years. I’m applying for jobs, scholarships, and funds wherever possible, but the financial burden has become overwhelming. If I fail to pay my debts, I risk expulsion from university, loss of my residency, and even deportation, which would undo everything I have fought to achieve.

Over the years, I’ve helped raise funds for many humanitarian causes, now I am humbly asking for your support to help me through this personal crisis. Your help can truly make the difference, allowing me to stay in Germany legally, complete my education, and make sure my mother receives the care she needs.

What your support will cover:

Every contribution brings me closer to the future I’ve been fighting to build, one where I can live freely, continue my studies, and keep telling stories that matter.

As a small thank you, I will share early access to my upcoming films and send personal invitations to future screenings around the world. If you’re interested, please leave your email, and I would also be happy to offer my skills and support for any film related projects you may have.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you for reading, donating, and sharing. Your support means more than I can express, it’s not just helping me survive, but helping me continue to stand for justice and create art that gives voice to others.

With gratitude,

Abdullah Milhem