Omar Barghouti is a prominent Palestinian activist, writer, and co-founder of the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement, which was launched in 2005 to pressure Israel to comply with international law regarding Palestinian rights. Drawing inspiration from the global anti-apartheid movement against South Africa, Barghouti has been instrumental in coordinating the Palestinian Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel (PACBI), which he helped establish in 2004. He advocates for non-violent resistance and has authored works such as 'BDS: The Global Struggle for Palestinian Rights' (2011), critiquing Israeli policies and promoting solidarity with Palestinians. Barghouti has faced significant backlash, including travel bans imposed by Israel in 2019 and targeting by Israeli government campaigns, such as those led by figures like Yossi Kuperwasser, who have sought to discredit BDS leaders. Born to Palestinian refugee parents, Barghouti spent part of his early life in Gaza before pursuing higher education in Israel and the United States. He holds a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and has advanced studies in philosophy. Residing in Acre, Israel, with his Israeli-Jewish wife and children, Barghouti embodies the complexities of Palestinian identity within Israel. His activism has garnered international support from academics, artists, and unions, but also condemnation from pro-Israel groups accusing BDS of antisemitism, though Barghouti maintains the movement targets policies, not individuals. He continues to speak globally on human rights and decolonization. As a key figure among BDS Movement Activists, Barghouti's work highlights the broader network of pro-Palestinian advocates, including international supporters like Angela Davis and Jewish Voice for Peace members, who amplify calls for divestment from companies complicit in the occupation. The movement has influenced policies in various countries, leading to boycotts of Israeli goods and institutions, though it remains controversial and faces legal challenges in places like the US and Europe.