Earlier this month, Israel agreed to a ceasefire in Gaza with Hamas. Former American President Joe Biden has said the agreement will “halt the fighting in Gaza, surge much humanitarian assistance to Palestinian civilians, and reunite the hostages with their families after more than 15 months in captivity”.
While this was a much-needed breakthrough in the conflict, help is still much needed for the people affected.
70 per cent of Northern Gaza is close to famine, nine out of 10 people have been displaced and there is no functioning health care system.
Here is how you can help.
ActionAid Ireland
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When you donate with ActionAid Ireland you help provide food, water, shelter, healthcare, hope & care to families in Gaza.
90 per cent of any donation will go directly to their Gaza Crisis Appeal, and the other 10 per cent will be retained for ActionAid’s Emergency Action Fund which, will only be used to ensure that they are prepared and able to respond quickly and more effectively to future emergencies and crises.
You can donate here.
Irish Red Cross
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The Irish Red Cross responds to urgent humanitarian relief needs by providing lifesaving assistance and other essential services.
They have over 1250 workers/volunteers providing relief in Gaza. Donations to the Red Cross will go towards food, shelter, water, and medical care.
You can donate here.
Islamic Relief Ireland
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Islamic Relief Ireland is a charity inspired by the Islamic faith that helps those less fortunate.
Since 2023, their Palestine urgent appeal has helped deliver 32.2 million hot meals to Gaza. Islamic Relief is calling on people to remain a lifeline for the families of Palestine.
You can donate here.
UNICEF Ireland
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Nearly 2 million children need help in Gaza. UNICEF works in over 190 countries around the world, protecting children and providing them with aid during humanitarian crises.
Donations will provide children affected by this war with water, sanitation, nutrition, education, health, and protection services.
You can donate here.