‏Rescue 22yo Mom of Two & Medical Student from Gaza Crisis

Hello, my name is Eman Al-Qasas, and I'm reaching out to you from Gaza, Palestine. At 22, I've been through more challenges than most people my age can imagine.

I was born and raised in Gaza, where I've always dreamed of becoming a doctor. Despite the difficult circumstances, I pursued my dream and started studying medicine. But everything changed when war broke out. Suddenly, our once comfortable life turned into a nightmare.

With two young children to care for, aged 3 years and 8 months, the war forced us to flee our home multiple times. We sought refuge in different places, even traveling from north to south of Gaza in search of safety. But no matter where we went, the horrors of war followed us. During the first month of the war, we decided to return home to the North under horrific conditions under bombs and constantly trying to evade harm during the ground evasion.

Living under constant threat of airstrikes, ground incursions, and siege, my children, husband and I endured unimaginable hardships. Necessities like food, water, and medicine became scarce. My youngest child, just two months old at the time, suffered from malnutrition due to the lack of milk.

As the conflict raged on, we lost not only our sense of security but also our means of livelihood. Our home was damaged, and our belongings were destroyed. Despite the risks, we had no choice but to return, only to find our house in ruins and unfit for living.

Today, we continue to struggle with power outages, contaminated water, and lack of access to medical care. My dream of studying medicine in Gaza has been shattered, as universities have been destroyed and education is no longer accessible.

To make matters worse, I live with my extended family of 10 members and my immediate family of 4 members, adding to the daily challenges we face.

My husband worked hard to provide for our basic needs and helped me pay for university tuition. He's a graduate in mobile phone technology, passionate about managing and repairing smartphones. He tried to establish his shop, but it was destroyed. Not only did he lose that, but he also invested in a business with a friend, which got destroyed due to random violent bombings.

He lost everything he worked for, so we must start anew, away from conflicts and wars where civilians' rights are lost. Starting fresh from somewhere outside Gaza for a new beginning, a peaceful life.

I refuse to give up. I want to rebuild my life and provide a better future for my children. I want to continue my education, work again, and ensure that my children have the opportunities they deserve.

Your support can make a world of difference for us. With your help, I can pursue my dream of studying medicine, rebuild our home, and provide a safe and healthy environment for my children to grow up in. Together, we can create a brighter future for my family and others like us who have been affected by conflict and hardship.

Total Expenses: The evacuation costs for 2 adults ($20,000 USD / £16,000 GBP) and 2 children ($5,000 USD / £4,000 GBP) through the Rafah border are $25,000 USD / £20,000 GBP. Living expenses (food, shelter, medical, transport, emergency) are $3,000 USD / £2,400 GBP. Including a 10% contingency fund (£2,240 GBP), the total goal is £24,640 GBP. With an additional 2.9% GoFundMe fee, the final target is £25,356 GBP. Iam aiming to raise £30,000 GBP to cover unforeseen costs and provide extra security for my family.

Thank you for your kindness and generosity. Your contribution, no matter how small, will make a meaningful impact on our lives.

Let's rebuild hope, one donation at a time. Thank you for standing with us in our journey toward a better tomorrow.

Eman Al-Qasas