Gaza
Responding to Needs
Terre des Hommes in Gaza
The situation in Gaza remains extremely challenging, with Palestinians enduring ongoing conflict, including airstrikes and bombardments, affecting basic infrastructure, such as hospitals, schools, and water. That is why Terre des Hommes is there to respond to respond to the needs of the most vulnerable groups.
Our work in Gaza
Terre des Hommes through its international federation members have been operational in the Palestinian territories for over 50 years. Currently, we are part of a collaboration between 6 organisations funded by the Dutch Relief Alliance to address the most pressing needs in Gaza, since the outbreak of the war in November 2023.
We are working with Terre des Hommes Italy and an implementing partner – a national NGO called Palestinian Medical Relief Society – to address vulnerabilities through the provision of specialised primary healthcare, along with tailored devices and non-food items (NFI) kits of the most vulnerable groups: pregnant & lactating women, people with chronic diseases and people with disabilities.
Approach
We would continue with the same approach as we have now. Implementing through Tdh Italy and PMRS. We are currently supporting 3 outreach teams from PMRS who operate inside formal and non-formal shelters, tented camps, and homes, aiming to address the most critical health needs exacerbated by ongoing conflict and displacement in Gaza.
With more funding, we would like to not only increase the healthcare services, but also give special attention to the particular needs of children. That would include:
A holistic approach to healthcare provision
Each outreach team comprises general physicians, gynaecologists, healthcare workers, psychosocial workers, and physiotherapists, ensuring a holistic approach to healthcare provision. Services include consultations, examinations, pre/post-natal care and nutrition for PLW, specific services such as assistive devices and physiotherapy for PWD, and medications for PCD.
Play and Learning kit for children
With a basic play kit for children, to offer a sense of normalcy, encouraging creative expression and learning through play.
And a Play and Learning Kit for Children, which supports cognitive development and emotional well-being.
Mother and Child Care Kit
Mother and Child Care Kit addresses the health and well-being of both mother and child (health and dignity kits).
Comprehensive Family Support Kit
Comprehensive Family Support Kit support for the entire family, with for example: diapers, hygiene, first aid kit, food items, and educational resources.
