Photo essay
Being a mother in the Gaza Strip: A story of resilience and determination
Ayla was born in the Gaza Strip in early October 2023, arriving in this world not knowing what she would have to face as a little baby. Since the start, Ayla’s mother has one single goal: keeping her daughter safe and healthy. Yasmine's initial plan was to breastfeed her daughter, but the war disrupted their rout...
Photo essay
Becoming a mother in Gaza
Amira is a 35- year-old woman from the Gaza Strip. Alongside her five children and an impending arrival, she lives in constant fear of giving birth amid the bombings that shattered the Strip. Before the war, Amira already grappled with health issues that needed medication to prevent complications during pregnanc...