Palestinian Scout Association members volunteer to assist the displaced in war-ravaged Gaza
Members of the Palestinian Scout Association (PSA) numbering over 150 are on the front lines providing vital support to the families affected by the conflict in Gaza.
These volunteers, braving personal danger, are dedicated to helping women, children, and families who have lost access to essentials due to the ongoing war.
The crisis worsened after Israel responded to the Hamas attacks on October 7, with nearly 2 million Gazans seeking refuge in shelters, facing harsh living conditions.
The scouts, including group leader Sahar Jamal Abu-Zaid, are leaning on their outdoor survival skills to teach displaced Gazans how to erect shelters, cook, and stay warm, while prioritizing psychological support for those traumatized by the conflict.
Despite the perilous environment, the scouts have partnered with Sharek Youth Forum (SYF) and World Central Kitchen, providing not just psychological aid but also nourishing meals—over 10,000 to date.
In addition, through collaborations with Qatar's Education Above All Foundation and the United Nations Population Fund, the scouts are further supporting refugees, particularly children, with various programs.
The scout team, which includes active volunteers like Abu-Zaid, an accounting graduate, is also engaged in the 'Participate with your People' initiative. This effort focuses on organizing activities to help manage trauma in children and offer support to women and parents.
Abu-Zaid joined the PSA in 2017 out of a desire to engage with nature and develop new skills. Today, despite the constant threat of Israeli airstrike, she and her colleagues persevere in their efforts to provide relief and moments of joy to those impacted by the violence.
In the face of such adversity, Abu-Zaid calls for an immediate ceasefire to end the suffering and fatalities, highlighting recent tragic incidents like the ones on Al-Rasheed street.
Reports from others like Mai al-Afifi and Nader al-Raqab, both affected by the crisis in their own ways, further underscore the PSA's integral role in mitigating the psychological damages of war on children.
This summary of current events in Gaza emphasizes the critical humanitarian work being done by the Palestinian Scout Association under extreme conditions, and underscores the urgent need for peace and stability in the region.
The crisis worsened after Israel responded to the Hamas attacks on October 7, with nearly 2 million Gazans seeking refuge in shelters, facing harsh living conditions.
The scouts, including group leader Sahar Jamal Abu-Zaid, are leaning on their outdoor survival skills to teach displaced Gazans how to erect shelters, cook, and stay warm, while prioritizing psychological support for those traumatized by the conflict.
Despite the perilous environment, the scouts have partnered with Sharek Youth Forum (SYF) and World Central Kitchen, providing not just psychological aid but also nourishing meals—over 10,000 to date.
In addition, through collaborations with Qatar's Education Above All Foundation and the United Nations Population Fund, the scouts are further supporting refugees, particularly children, with various programs.
The scout team, which includes active volunteers like Abu-Zaid, an accounting graduate, is also engaged in the 'Participate with your People' initiative. This effort focuses on organizing activities to help manage trauma in children and offer support to women and parents.
Abu-Zaid joined the PSA in 2017 out of a desire to engage with nature and develop new skills. Today, despite the constant threat of Israeli airstrike, she and her colleagues persevere in their efforts to provide relief and moments of joy to those impacted by the violence.
In the face of such adversity, Abu-Zaid calls for an immediate ceasefire to end the suffering and fatalities, highlighting recent tragic incidents like the ones on Al-Rasheed street.
Reports from others like Mai al-Afifi and Nader al-Raqab, both affected by the crisis in their own ways, further underscore the PSA's integral role in mitigating the psychological damages of war on children.
This summary of current events in Gaza emphasizes the critical humanitarian work being done by the Palestinian Scout Association under extreme conditions, and underscores the urgent need for peace and stability in the region.
