Updates
It Has Been Decades of Setbacks and Struggle for the People of Gaza…
Today marks the 54th anniversary of Al Naksa. This translates to ‘the setback’ and was the second major displacement of Palestinians after the June War in 1967. Over 300,000 Palestinians were forced to flee their homes and the West Bank…
Children Should Not Be ‘Victims’
There are over 1 million children in the Gaza Strip and 50% of the population is under the age of 18. Sixty six children were killed in the horrifying 11 days of violence we just witnessed and over 500 children…
Calm in Gaza: Siege, Trauma and Uncertainty
After 11 days of relentless violence, the people of Gaza heard that a ceasefire had been agreed and came into effect on the 21st of May. The assault on Gaza killed 245 people, at least 66 of them children. With…
Nowhere is Safe: Facing Bombs and Fear in Our Homes
Samar works for iF Charity and lives with her extended family outside of Gaza City. Since the bombardment began her family have been gathered together every night in the same room. The airstrikes can happen any time of the day,…
Airstrikes and Survivors: Eye Witness Account
Saif is one of our drivers for the Outreach Bus Programme. During the Pandemic, the Programme has been used to help get children that need kidney dialysis safely to the hospital and back home. Saif was looking forward to his…
EID UL FITR DURING DIFFICULT TIMES
Eid comes at a difficult time for the people of Gaza, as they face ongoing bombardment and violence. Dozens have been killed, including children. iF Charity will continue to aid the people of Gaza however we can, and we can…
Nakba Day: It has been 73 years since the ‘Catastrophe’ and Palestinians continue to suffer…
With Palestine in the headlines because of ongoing repression on the occupied West Bank and escalating tensions in Gaza, it is important to understand what the Nakba is and how it is still ongoing for Palestinians… The 15th of May…
A Night Better Than a Thousand Months
“Indeed, We sent the Quran down during the Night of Decree. And what can make you know what is the Night of Decree?The Night of Decree is better than a thousand months. The angels and the Spirit descend therein by…
Carrying the weight of the world on their shoulders…
There is so much struggle when you are the head of a household, especially when ill health, disability and poverty are involved. For those looking after family members with health issues or disabilities, poverty adds another layer of misery and…
Feeding the Fasting and Bringing Comfort to Families…
Your generous donations mean that we can provide vital food aid to thousands of families struggling with food insecurity in Gaza. We have provided over 300 fresh food parcels, 1817 food parcels with staple items in the first week of…
