My name is Alaa, and I live in the Gaza Strip with my daughter, Sham. My husband, Youssef, and I were filled with hope when our precious Sham was born, even as the war raged around us in northern Gaza. But as the violence and hunger intensified, the dream of a safe and happy life for our daughter shattered.

Desperate to protect Sham, I fled to southern Gaza with her, but Youssef was unable to join us. Now, Sham and I are alone, stranded in the middle of the Gaza Strip. Every day is a fight for survival as we face fear, hunger, and the constant uncertainty of how we will get through the next day.

The separation from my husband is agonizing, and the pain of not being able to provide for Sham breaks my heart. I see the fear in her eyes and the pain of hunger etched on her small face. As a mother, there is nothing more devastating than not being able to protect and care for your child.

We are pleading for your help. I need your support to feed my little girl and find a safe place where we can reunite with Youssef and start to rebuild our lives. Your generosity and compassion can bring hope to our small, broken family. Please help us survive this nightmare and find a brighter future.