Palestine
Power shortages and blackouts are common in Gaza, where outages can last for up to 12 hours a day. Without electricity, Gazans are effectively prohibited from carrying out basic functions at school, at home and at work. Shrouded in darkness, the power outages are a constant reminder of the smothering…
By Ibrahim Hewitt, Chairman of the Trustees As news that the latest attempt to break the illegal blockade of the Gaza Strip has, once again, been impeded by the might of the Israeli military, it is important to remember that the spirit of these women, and the Palestinians who eagerly…
By Ibrahim Hewitt, Chairman of the Trustees As the siege of Gaza enters its 10th year, the blockade looks to only grow tighter. Frequently referred to as the ‘largest open air prison’ on Earth, Gaza’s population is reaching crisis levels. The Strip’s two millionth resident, Walid Shaath, born just last…
Our experience in Lebanon was incredibly moving for everyone involved. Here we are in a centre for the elderly. We were privileged to hear the stories of residents at the centre, some of whom still cherished memories of Palestine. A wizened 83 year old named Fatima told us of her…