Layla Salma

Layla Salma

About

Laila Salma is an emerging Palestinian poet from Gaza, where every word she pens is a battle cry against oppression. A graduate of the English Department, she dreams of diving into the depths of creative writing for her master’s degree while unleashing her debut poetry collection, a raw testament to survival amidst genocide. With ink as her weapon, Laila crafts verses that ignite the spirit, daring the world to listen to the untold stories of her people.

Contributions 

"Children with Premature Gray"
Poem Featured in the Art for Palestine 2026 Poetry Anthology
Other Articles