My name is Nasr Bader, a 34-year-old father of two wonderful girls, Aylaa and Saba, and a loving husband to my wife, Wafa.

I come from Gaza, a place devastated by years of conflict where daily life has become a struggle for survival.

With a heavy heart, I had to leave in search of safety and a better future in Europe, hoping to prepare a new life for my family. But while I am here, my wife and daughters remain trapped, enduring unimaginable hardships.

Our family home and apartment were destroyed in the bombings. My wife and children were forced to flee with nothing, now living in a temporary shelter. They lost not only their home, but also the little sense of stability they once had.

Today, Aylaa and Saba face harsh conditions — without stable shelter, with very limited food and water, and in constant fear. As a father, it breaks me to know that my daughters grow up surrounded by hardship instead of joy. Aylaa loves to draw, and Saba’s laughter is the purest sound to me, yet I cannot protect them from this nightmare.

This is why I turn to you. Your support — no matter how small — can help us rebuild our lives from the ruins, provide food, clothes, and safety for my daughters, and give them the chance to grow up with hope instead of fear.

Your kindness can be the light that guides my family out of darkness. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for reading our story and for any help you can give.

With deepest gratitude,

Nasr Bader