Urgent: Help Hasan and his wife evacuate Gaza
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Hi,
My name is Gabriel and I’m reaching out with a heartfelt plea on behalf of Hasan Saied, a freelancer I've had the privilege to work with closely over the years. Hasan and his wife are currently facing a dire situation in Gaza and urgently need our support to evacuate to safety in Egypt so he can rebuild his life.
Their journey has been marked by unimaginable hardships. Hasan got married back in February 2023, and spent all of his savings to complete the construction of his beautiful home, as seen in these photos below. Tragically, they only had the chance to enjoy their home for seven short months before it was completely destroyed, while their first wedding anniversary was marred by a nightmare of bombings, destruction, and death.
The devastation doesn't end there. Hasan and his wife have lost family members, and several others have been injured and evacuated to hospitals in Egypt. They have been displaced 7 times. Each time they move to a new location, they are threatened to leave due to the escalating conflict. Currently, they find themselves in Nuseirat, facing the threat of displacement for the eighth time, but with nowhere else to go.
Hasan is a hardworking and talented motion designer with big dreams, but the conflict has stripped him of everything. He's lost his job, his home, and all the basic necessities of life. For the last 6 months, they've had little access to water and have survived on canned food.
Their immediate need is to evacuate Gaza and find refuge in Egypt. However, the costs associated with evacuation, combined with restrictive travel policies, present significant challenges. Hasan requires approximately $7,000 CAD ($5,000 USD) to cover the expenses of evacuation as well as additional funds for travel and temporary shelter once in Egypt.
There are many articles on the subject, but here is one example:
https://www.npr.org/2024/03/02/1234439113/palestinians-leave-gaza-egypt-hala
By rallying together, we can make a meaningful difference in Hasan's life. Our support will provide him and his wife with the opportunity to escape the dangers of Gaza and rebuild their lives in a safer environment.
I ask you to consider contributing to Hasan's evacuation fund and share this appeal with your networks. Your generosity, no matter the amount, will help Hasan and his wife take a crucial step towards a brighter future.
Thank you for your compassion and support. You can also see Hasan's talent and impact on the design community with the videos he has produced below.
Warm regards,
Gabriel
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AEScripts is a central resource for motion graphics professionals. Hasan made a playful video for them, relating the blockchain to motion design, garnering a lot of attention and recognition in the industry.
This link shows some small Google animations that showcase his eye for detail and movement. These animations were shared around the design community, showing his ability to engage an audience with motion.
Lastly, this is Hasan’s latest demo reel, and although it is 2 years old, it still shows his talent and versatility in animation.
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Gabriel Proulx
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Cantley, QC