Help my Family Rebuild Their Lives and Future Outsid

My name is Issa Arafat, and I’m reaching out with a heavy heart and a hopeful spirit. Like many families in Gaza, mine has been deeply affected by the war. Our home was destroyed. Our schools and universities lie in ruins. And with everything we’ve lost, our dreams have been put on hold.

We are now seeking a chance to rebuild our lives in safety — to pursue education, receive critical medical treatment, and create a future away from destruction. Traveling outside Gaza is incredibly difficult and costly, and we cannot do it without support.

Here’s a little about each member of my family:

Issa Arafat (26) – A dental student who lost the opportunity to complete his education.

Yazan Arafat (18) – Was preparing to complete high school when his school was destroyed.

Maysa Arafat (30) – A graduate student in Pharmacology who was forced to halt her Master's degree.

Mahmoud Arafat (28) – A medical student unable to finish his internship due to the war.

Dana Arafat (13) – Lost access to her middle school education.

Dima Arafat (16) – Was pursuing high school before her school was destroyed.

Areef Arafat (60) – Our father, recovering from a stroke, in urgent need of medical treatment.

Ibtisam Arafat (56) – Our mother, who suffers from chronic hypertension and diabetes, also requires care and stability.

Your kindness and support can help us take the first steps toward a future filled with hope, safety, and opportunity. Any help you can offer makes a world of difference.

Thank you for standing with us.