The psychological impact of living in a war zone should not be underestimated. Many children in Gaza suffer from PTSD and other mental health issues, as a result of their experiences of violence and displacement. The lack of access to mental health services and support has exacerbated the problem, leaving many residents feeling isolated and unsupported.
Despite everything, I remain hopeful about the future. I believe that the people of Gaza will continue to resist and adapt, and that we will find a way to build a better future for ourselves and our families. We will not give up, and we will continue to fight for our rights and our freedom." Born in Gaza
Why? Because the people understand that their mind is the only border they can cross. The psychological impact of living in a war
A childhood in Gaza is one of scavenging. The beaches are beautiful—white sand and turquoise water—but you are warned not to swim too far out, or you might hit the "naval buffer zone." Abandoned houses that were destroyed in 2014 or 2021 become playgrounds. Jumping from one broken concrete slab to another is the local version of parkour. Despite everything, I remain hopeful about the future
The cuisine of Gaza is unique—spicier than the West Bank, reliant on fish and zucchini. But for those in the last two decades, the taste of home is often "UN food." The blue-and-white bags of wheat flour, the cans of chickpeas, the rice, the vegetable oil.
It remains a critical piece for understanding the generational trauma of Palestinian children, often cited by human rights organizations like Save the Children and UNICEF to provide context for the current crisis. Contemporary Reality (2023–2026)