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Reem's Story: A Heroine of Gaza's Struggle for Survival and Dignity


Reem's Story: A Heroine of Gaza's Struggle for Survival and Dignity

In the heart of Gaza, a young woman named Reem faces a struggle that no 23-year-old should endure. Reem comes from a family of eight, a family that once dreamt of a life filled with hope, security, and happiness. Her parents worked tirelessly for years, saving every penny to buy a home where their children could grow up safe and loved. Their dream finally came true just before October 7th, 2024—a date that would shatter their lives forever.

The tragic events that unfolded on October 7th forced Reem and her family to abandon their new home, now reduced to rubble. They’ve been living in constant fear, moving from one place to another, from one camp to another, just to survive. The uncertainty of tomorrow and the trauma of losing everything have left deep scars on this young woman’s heart.

Now, Reem and her family have found a small solace in a camp in Deir al Balah, choosing to live in a tent where at least they can be together, though the conditions are far from humane. On November 22nd, they received the devastating news that their dream house was destroyed. But Reem’s spirit, though battered, remains unbroken. Despite the dire circumstances, she has made it her mission to help those around her in the camp—a camp that receives no aid, where clean water is a luxury few can afford.

Reem shared with us the harsh realities of life in the camp, where unsanitary conditions conditions are rampant. Inflation has made even the most basic necessities unattainable. The lack of clean water has forced people to bathe and drink from the sea, risking their health and dignity. Women, like Reem, are especially vulnerable, struggling to maintain any sense of privacy or hygiene. Many families are forced to share makeshift toilets—unsanitary holes in the ground often placed within the tents themselves. The smell is unbearable, and the risk of infection is ever-present. With one toilet sometimes shared between six families, the situation is both desperate and degrading. 

The lack of clean water and basic hygiene is exacerbating the spread of infections, putting the health and dignity of every person in the camp at risk. Inflation has made even the most basic necessities unattainable. People are forced to bathe and wash their clothes in the sea, but the sea surrounding Gaza has been polluted for years, adding another layer of danger to an already precarious existence.

Despite these dire circumstances, Reem has made it her mission to help those around her in the camp. She’s not seeking aid for herself but for the other families who are in even more desperate need. Reem emphasized that, Alhamdulillah, her family is in a more fortunate position than many others, and her campaign is solely for those less fortunate. When we asked Reem what the camp needs most, she didn’t hesitate: hygiene packs for the women. The skyrocketing prices make it impossible for them to afford even these basic necessities. Reem and her family survive day to day on hope and prayers, dreaming of a life where they can live with dignity, freedom, and peace.

Help Us Support Reem and Her Community

Reem’s story is one of countless others in Gaza, where families like hers are struggling to survive in unimaginable conditions. Forgotten Women has made it our mission to provide the necessary aid to Reem and her camp, but we cannot do it alone. The women in this camp, many of whom have lost everything, are in desperate need of basic hygiene supplies, clean water, and food. Your support can make a life-changing difference for Reem and hundreds of others who are clinging to hope in these dark times.

By donating today, you are not only helping to provide essential supplies but also restoring a sense of dignity to women like Reem. Together, we can ensure that they survive this crisis and rebuild their lives with the strength and resilience they have shown us. Please, stand with us and be the beacon of hope that Reem and her community so desperately need.


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