Hoping for a Meal: The Struggle for Survival in Gaza

Hello, my name is Sajed, and I am 21 years old from northern Gaza.

Right now, I am struggling to survive. Prices are skyrocketing, and food is scarce. Every day feels like a battle. There are times when I go without food for hours, and even when I do manage to get something to eat, it’s never enough. People in Gaza are dying not just from violence but from hunger as well.

In the last 610 days, I’ve experienced unimaginable hardship. I’ve witnessed airstrikes, lost my family, and been physically harmed. But the most painful thing right now is the hunger. I’ve been to places looking for food, but the shelves are empty, and prices are out of reach. Even basic needs like bread and rice have become luxuries that many can’t afford.

I don’t have a way out. My parents are outside the country, and I haven’t seen them for a long time. Every day feels longer, and hope is fading fast. I’m reaching out because I have nothing left to lose.

If you can help in any way, please consider donating. Every dollar counts and could help me secure a meal, basic necessities, and most importantly, keep hope alive. This isn’t just about survival—it’s about making it through another day.

Thank you for listening, and for considering supporting someone in need during the hardest time of their life.

• Sajed