Campaign Story

Germany

My Story: From the Hell of War to the Search for Safety My name is Ahmed, a 20-year-old young man from Gaza. Since the war began, my life has completely changed. I was unable to pursue the education I had dreamed of; instead, my only concern became survival—for myself and my family. Every day, I risked my life just to get a single bag of flour. Every attempt meant facing death, just for a morsel of food for my family. Life was anything but easy; it was filled with fear and suffering. We lived in the inferno of war. The explosions shook the ground beneath us like earthquakes, and the red flames consumed everything in sight. Starvation weakened our bodies. After two months of war, we were forced to flee south by Israeli forces. Our family was torn apart—some remained in the north while others, including myself, fled south, where we had to live in a tent. We lost everything in a matter of moments, including our safety and comfort. A Journey of Struggle and Hardship During this difficult journey, we lost all hope of returning home. My younger brother and I were displaced to Mawasi Rafah, where we stayed for nearly five months, facing countless challenges. I suffered from malnutrition due to contaminated water, poor hygiene, and the spread of infectious diseases in the absence of necessary medicine. Later, we were displaced again to Mawasi Deir al-Balah. Today, we live in an overcrowded UN school classroom in southern Gaza, surrounded by many others who share the same suffering. Despite everything, we hold onto hope and try to rebuild our lives in a safer environment. After a year and a half of immense suffering, a ceasefire was finally reached, giving us a glimpse of hope to start over. We believed that, with time, we could heal from the psychological and material devastation inflicted upon us. Unfortunately, just 50 days after the ceasefire, war returned with even greater intensity. We do not know how long this nightmare will last this time, but we pray for it to end soon. Endless Displacement and Destruction Throughout the war, my family in the north was displaced multiple times. Each time they returned, they were met with even more destruction. In an attempt to find stability, they tried to build a small room beside the ruins of our home. However, life in Gaza remains unbearable. The lack of job opportunities has deprived us of securing even the most basic necessities such as water, food, and clothing. The cold weather has taken a toll on our bodies, and hunger has weakened us from within. How can your donations help us? • Evacuating my family from Gaza: The costs of coordination and obtaining permits to leave Gaza are extremely high, and we need to secure the money to get out of this situation as quickly as possible. • Securing shelter and basic living expenses in a safe place outside Gaza: Our goal is to find a safe and stable place to live outside Gaza. Your donations will help cover rent and basic expenses while we adjust to a new environment. • Overcoming the economic challenges resulting from the war: The blockade on Gaza has led to severe food and water shortages, and unbearably high prices. Your support will help my family cover our immediate basic needs as we work to rebuild our lives. Every donation, no matter how small, will make a huge difference. Through your generosity, you can give us the opportunity to escape devastation, protect future generations, and reignite hope for a peaceful and dignified life. We believe that together we can overcome this difficult situation and build a better future. No one should have to endure this injustice. No one should live in constant fear of death and destruction. Today, we appeal to you to help us survive and begin anew, far from war and suffering. Thank you for your support during these difficult times.

Hawa Bah