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  • What is the Current State of Gaza

    What is the Current State of Gaza

    The Gaza strip has experienced devastation after devastation, with the latest wreckage killing 230 people and injuring 1,900 inhabitants. Out of the 230 dead, 63 of them were helpless children, whilst an additional 60,000 people were left homeless. As well as this trauma, the residents of Gaza are subjected to airstrikes on an almost nightly basis due to an ongoing conflict.

    Everyone should feel safe in their own country, yet this isn’t a luxury that Palestinians have. Not only do they constantly fear impending violence, but the economy has been destroyed by political insecurity. Additionally, disarray is regularly caused by blockades and the healthcare system is struggling to accommodate everyone in need. Furthermore, thousands of Palestinian families are struggling to make ends meet, with a third of the population living under the poverty line. Your donations can help make a difference.

    Gaza Refugees

    Roughly 75% of Gaza’s population is made up of refugees, meaning there are eight different refugee camps in the strip. Due to recurring wars, these camps soon evolved from being made up of tent shelters to areas of semi-permanent housing. The people who are subjected to these living conditions experience unemployment, a lack of education, overcrowding, and poverty. These individuals need your help more than ever.

    The Gaza Strip

    From as early as 2007, the Gaza strip has been in the midst of a blockade and its economy has been crippled as a result. Essentials such as medical supplies and food goods are either heavily restricted or completely banned from crossing borders. This means poverty is endemic, and inhabitants of Gaza aren’t able to access vital medical equipment.

    It’s not uncommon for hospitals in Gaza to be unable to treat seriously ill people due to limited modern equipment. This is particularly detrimental for an area that suffers from unsafe water, poor sanitation, and no sewage systems. The lack of sewage networks means that waste roams the streets, making so many inhabitants susceptible to illnesses. If this wasn’t enough, Gaza suffers from an unreliable source of electricity and fuel, resulting in constant power cuts to contribute to the struggle.

    Gaza Power Crisis

    Electricity is an essential worldwide; however, it’s particularly vital to the residents of Gaza. Since the water in the region is not clean, it must be purified via electric power and, in the absence of this, people are forced to drink dirty water or simply go without. Both of these options are deadly, whether someone is infected with diarrhoeal illnesses from consuming unsafe water or if dehydrate from the lack of clean water.

    Similarly, much of Gaza’s farming equipment relies on electricity, and the unpredictability of power leaves farmers and citizens alike in extremely vulnerable positions. In the absence of farming, Gaza will simply have to go without food due to the blockades that prevent imported food from entering the country.

    How to help Gaza

    Countless violent protests, destructive bombings, and endless blockades have put a real strain on Gaza’s population. With limited building resources, a meagre food supply, and empty opportunities, the people of Gaza are slowly losing any hope of a better future. Here at Children of Adam, we’re stepping in to provide humanitarian aid to give Gaza’s inhabitants a chance at life. You can help by donating to our charity appeals that are designed to help repair the state of Gaza. These people need your help.

    What the future holds

    Unfortunately, the problems in Gaza are set to get worse in the coming months as winter approaches. The threat of winter promises the development of many seasonal illnesses, including the further spread of the Coronavirus that will overwhelm already struggling health facilities. We have developed our Winter Appeal to assist those who are struggling to fight against bitter weather conditions and their effects.

    Additionally, the conflict is not likely to be resolved any time soon because many peace plans have been rejected as unfair and one-sided. In order to amend such complex issues, another peace deal will have to be proposed that satisfies each party.

    Donate to Children of Adam

    Our Gaza Charity Appeal aims to provide water tanks and distribute food to those living in active warzones. The current state of the Gaza strip means that dehydration, disease, and hunger will only contribute to an already dire condition. However, our work isn’t possible without your generous contributions, so please, donate what you can.

  • Around the World this Ramadan

    Around the World this Ramadan

    Although fasting is a significant feature of Ramadan, giving is also greatly important as this helps us to avoid hoarding wealth and makes us appreciate our blessings. Consequently, able Muslims should take this time to make a Ramadan donation to help the poor through the month of fasting. Be sure to help the needy with our Ramadan charity appeals here at Children of Adam.

    Ramadan in Yemen

    One of our appeals is the Yemen Emergency Appeal, which is designed to aid the 14 million people in dire need of medical attention in the country. Although many of us in the western world fast during the month of Ramadan, the people of Yemen are forced to do this all year round, with 17 million people experiencing food insecurity and 19 million not having access to clean water.

    During Ramadan fasting, we’re able to replenish ourselves in the evening so we can healthily fast throughout the day, but it’s still notably harder to do in the final few days of the month; however, the people of Yemen are constantly dehydrated and starving, resulting in malnourishment and, eventually, death. They need your help this Ramadan.

    Ramadan in Syria

    The conflict in Syria is the largest humanitarian and refugee crisis of our time, which is why we have established our Syrian Refugee Appeal. This conflict has meant that millions have been forced to flee their homes and take refuge in countries that don’t necessarily share their religious values.

    For example, thousands of refugees have sought asylum in Greece, a predominantly Christian population. Consequently, these people will struggle to honour Ramadan and be given provisions for such. Similarly, their impoverished conditions often mean that they don’t have the means of partaking in Ramadan traditions, meaning they’re not able to freely practice their religion and build their relationship with Allah (SWT) as they wish.

    Ramadan in Bangladesh

    Bangladesh is currently home to millions of Rohingya refugees who have nowhere else to turn, which is why we set up our Rohingya Emergency Appeal. The Bangladeshi refugee camps are among the most crowded areas worldwide, with 40,000 people per square kilometre. A family of five will typically reside within a 10-by-16-foot shelter and be forced to share an outdoor latrine with three other families of this size.

    These makeshift shelters are extremely vulnerable to landslides and flooding which are particularly common during the monsoon season which accounts for over half of the year. The Rohingya people need your protection this Ramadan.

    Ramadan in Pakistan 

    There are an estimated 1.3 million children suffering on the streets of Pakistan, which is why we established our Street Children Appeal. We’re in the process of using your donations to develop a transitional centre for street children, providing them with access to legal help, nutrition, healthcare, and education. Children are some of the most vulnerable individuals in the world which is why we need to do all that we can to protect them this Ramadan.

    Ramadan in Palestine

    Like Syria, Palestine is also in the midst of conflict, leaving many individuals vulnerable to food insecurity, homelessness, limited healthcare, and much more. You can help the people of Palestine via our Empowerment Projects and Winter Appeal to name a couple. Our empowerment project in particular is very helpful to those in poverty across the globe.

    Instead of providing the needy with temporary solutions, we give them the means of establishing their own businesses and breaking the vicious cycle of poverty across the globe. Our wide range of communities that we work with means that Children of Adam is among the best charities to donate to in Ramadan.

    Ramadan in Jordan 

    As a result of the conflict in Syria, 1.3 million individuals are taking refuge in Jordan. These refugees rely on humanitarian assistance, leaving between 80% and 90% in poor living conditions, food insecurity, and ill-health. Upwards of 10,000 Syrians find themselves stranded at the north-eastern border between Syria and Jordan, resulting in severely limited access to humanitarian assistance and the prevailing threat of border closures. These vulnerable individuals are in need of your help this Ramadan.

    Ramadan in Afghanistan

    As part of the global resettlement of Afghani refugees, the UK has pledged to take 20,000 refugees, which influenced our Afghan Refugee UK Appeal. Whilst this offers safety, it means Afghani people are removed from their culture which can be an upsetting and jarring process. As a result, these individuals won’t be able to honour Ramadan in the same way as they would in their home country since the UK isn’t a predominantly Islamic nation. Your donations can help ensure that they’re still able to partake in the Ramadan traditions they’re used to.

    Donate to Children of Adam this Ramadan

    Here at Children of Adam, we can help you donate around the world this Ramadan to those who need it. Donate today to transform the life of someone in need.