For over a decade, two million Palestinians in Gaza have lived under a brutal military blockade imposed by Israel.
Media stories about Gaza primarily focus on violence and politics, while stories of how the blockade impacts everyday life remain largely untold.
Gaza Unlocked gives you access to first-hand accounts from Palestinians living in Gaza, information about the blockade, and opportunities to make a difference. Learn more.
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Osama Khalili, 46
Head of the Nutrition Department,
Palestinian Ministry of Health
Rana Joudeh, 42
Employee, NGO
Said Al-Yacoubi
Medical student
Raeda Sukkar, 28
Youth club project coordinator
Shareef Hamad, 34
Project coordinator, NGO
Ahmed Hamza
Architect and student
Fidaa Zaanin, 27
College graduate
Amal Zeiniyeh, 32
Mother of four children
Salah Abu Fayyad, 28
College graduate
Gaza Unlocked resources ⇨
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