In the midst of the ongoing siege and relentless aggression on Gaza, and the escalating humanitarian crisis faced by Palestinian families, the Democracy and Workers’ Rights Center in Palestine (DWRC) continues its vital efforts to support the most vulnerable populations, particularly children, workers, and displaced families.
As part of its Emergency Support Project for Palestinian Workers and Their Families, DWRC successfully distributed 490 fresh vegetable packages to affected households across the Gaza Strip—including 230 packages in northern Gaza and Gaza City, and 260 in the central and southern governorates. This initiative, generously supported by the Misereor organization, seeks to address the critical nutritional needs of families suffering from severe shortages and inflated prices of fresh produce, which have deeply affected food security in the region.
Simultaneously, DWRC’s Gaza office concluded the implementation of an educational and recreational camp for children in western Gaza City. The camp provided a safe and joyful space for 75 children aged 6–14, all of whom lost one or both parents due to the war. Over five days, the camp aimed to relieve the psychological distress experienced by children due to ongoing conflict and the prolonged disruption of education.
The camp featured diverse activities, including sports and games, psychosocial support, theater, cultural sessions, art and drawing, and educational workshops. A dedicated team of teachers and psychosocial support specialists led the activities, enabling children to engage, express themselves, and begin to heal through play, creativity, and interaction.
Razan, one of the camp facilitators, noted: “These activities help create a safe environment for children and are among the most important ways for them to express themselves and reduce trauma, stress, and sadness. They also rejuvenate us as educators and facilitators, and it’s deeply rewarding to see smiles returning to our children’s faces. We hope these initiatives continue.”
This camp is part of a broader set of initiatives funded by the Olof Palme International Center, which focuses on mitigating the psychological and economic impacts of war—especially on children and women. DWRC remains steadfast in its mission to deliver responsive, holistic support across all governorates, reinforcing community resilience, dignity, and hope during one of Gaza’s most difficult periods.
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