The marriage was sealed in Tel Aviv in a non-religious ceremony, and is therefore not officially recognised in Israel,[5] In 2003 Mara'ana founded Ibtisam Films, to produce documentaries that investigate the borders and boundaries of Palestinian and Israeli society, with a focus on women and minorities.

[6] Mara'ana teaches at various educational institutions, including the Bezalel Academy of Art and Design in Jerusalem.

As a feminist activist, she appears at universities and conferences as a public speaker, and has published numerous articles in Israeli newspapers.

In response to the murder, Mara'ana created a foundation to support Arab women fleeing gender-based violence in Israel.

However, she withdrew her candidacy shortly before the elections after Meretz expressed support for Operation Cast Lead in Gaza.