Help for Raghda Hamed and her family

My name is Adam O'Leary. I'm from Tralee, Co. Kerry. Ireland. I've set up this campaign to help my sister Raghda Hamed and her family who are in Gaza. I've known Raghda for a few years, since before Oct '23. Now she and her family desperately need our help. In her own words:

"Sometimes difficult circumstances are stronger than a person and force them to speak. We are a Palestinian family from Gaza, displaced many times during the genocidal war. They bombed my family's homes, slaughtered our family members, and martyred most of my relatives. The deafening sound of the bombs echoed in our shelter, leaving behind a scene of unbelievable horror and despair. In an instant, I lost dear family members,I saw my neighbors injured, their screams echoing through the rubble. My house was severely damaged, barely habitable. We also abandoned it as the war raged again, and we were displaced once again.

We are now displaced again. I may lose count of the number of times we have been displaced.

My family of nine is in need of food, water, and clothing, as there is no work, no money, and no source of income.

We survive on aid provided by organizations like UNRWA. But now, with the crossing closed for more than 40 days now, food is running out and what is available is very, very expensive. We can barely provide a single meal for our children to survive. They literally starve every day. The living, health and social conditions have become extremely difficult. The war knows no mercy. My dreams and those of my family have been cruelly shattered. However, amidst the rubble of my shattered aspirations, there remains a glimmer of hope - your kindness and generosity. With your support and generous donations, I long to escape the cycle of violence.And to leave the borders of Gaza, and continue my journey in this life with my family so that I can provide them with a decent life and complete their education outside Gaza, as most of my children are in high school. I am trying to protect my children and rebuild my home. We love life and living in peace, but the Israeli occupation prevents us from living in peace and security. Stand with humanity, with childhood, support us and support the lives of children by donating via the link or share it with your friendsPlease join me in restoring hope to a life shattered by tragedy. Your contribution is not just a donation; it is a lifeline, a beacon in the darkness, guiding me toward a brighter tomorrow. Together, let us rebuild shattered dreams and forge a path toward a future filled with promise and opportunity.

With gratitude and hope."