Nidhal Jasim Ali is a 60-year-old woman living in Iraq who has been suffering from severe knee pain for the past six years. She is the mother of my best friend, and her condition has reached the point where she can barely walk and struggles to manage her daily tasks. The only way for Nidhal to regain her independence and relieve her pain is to undergo surgery on both knees, but the cost is far beyond what her family can afford.

Nidhal has four children, all of whom are married and have families of their own. Despite their love and dedication, they are unable to help with the surgery expenses because of their own responsibilities and financial challenges. Nidhal lives alone, and her children visit daily to assist her, but this means they must leave their own families and jobs behind, adding to the strain. Over the years, the family has managed to find some support for medication, but this is only a temporary solution. The ongoing pain and need for medication have taken a toll on Nidhal and her children, and the situation has become urgent.

The surgery would not only free Nidhal from constant pain and the need for lifelong medication, but it would also allow her to take care of herself and give her children the chance to focus on their own families. The family has explored every possible option, including seeking loans from the bank, but without steady employment, they were declined. This fundraiser is their main hope to secure the funds needed for Nidhal’s surgery and help her reclaim her life. Any support will make a real difference for Nidhal and her family.