<div><strong>"You never know how strong you are until being strong is your only choice."</strong>

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<div><strong>In the heart of Gaza, these words ring truer than ever</strong>. My name is <strong>Abedalrahman Shamia</strong>, and I stand before you as a survivor of five wars, a healer as a dentist, and a dreamer as a software developer from Gaza. I've witnessed the devastating toll of these circumstances firsthand. <strong>And here, amidst the ruins, stands the memory of my beloved father, Maher.</strong>

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<div>Once, we were just a family of seven, living peacefully with love and warmth. But everything changed when conflict and despair invaded our lives. Living in Gaza meant dealing with constant conflicts, struggling with deprivation, and not having even the basics we needed to live. Life became incredibly hard, and even the simplest tasks felt impossible. <strong>Yet, despite of all the chaos and pain, we remained anchored by the bonds of our unity and the resilience of our resolve.</strong>

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<div><strong>Until Six months ago</strong>, everything changed. Our once peaceful home was suddenly plunged into chaos and destruction. We were forced to flee, leaving behind everything we held dear. Since then, we've been lost, drifting through a world of uncertainty and despair. We left our severely damaged home with only a few belongings.

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<div>Since then, we've been displaced <strong>five times</strong>, moving from one place to another, and currently find ourselves displaced in <strong>Rafah</strong>. Each move brings with it new challenges and uncertainties, as we find our lives hanging in the balance with every passing minute.

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<div><strong>And in the middle of all of this, there was one reason that kept us rooted in Gaza, our beloved father who was battling cancer. Despite the relentless conflict and unimaginable hardships, we stayed to care for him. His presence was our anchor in the storm.</strong>

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<div><strong>But now, under the weight of injustice and cruelty, he has been taken from us. His passing, under such unjust conditions, has left our souls shattered. There is no reason left to stay in this place of endless suffering, where even the most basic rights are denied.</strong>

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<div><strong>Our hearts bleed with the injustice of it all. We were ready to brave any storm to keep our family intact, to offer solace and support to our father in his hour of desperation.</strong>

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<div><strong>With each passing day, our desperation grows deeper, our burdens heavier.</strong> <strong>We need your help to break free from this cycle of suffering, to rebuild our shattered dreams, to pave the way to a brighter future, and to reunite us with our family. Your support isn't just a lifeline; it's a beacon of hope in our darkest moments.</strong>

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<div><strong>How can you help? By </strong> <strong>facilitating our departure from Gaza and reuniting us with our family in Egypt.</strong>

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<div>Currently, my brothers <strong>Anas, Bilal, and I</strong> who are still in Gaza are planning to leave for Egypt. With your assistance, we can cover the costs associated with evacuation fees, transportation to Rafah Crossing, and other necessary expenses. Your contribution will make a difference in our journey towards safety and a fresh start.

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<div><em>My beloved last father, Anas (on the right) and Bilal (on the left)</em>

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<div><strong>Together, we can turn our aspirations into reality and embark on a path towards a better tomorrow. Together, we can turn our dreams of escape into reality, forging a path towards a brighter tomorrow—one filled with hope, love, and the simple joys of life.</strong>

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<div>As a token of our gratitude for your support, we've crafted a <strong>tiered rewards system</strong> to show our appreciation for your generosity. Each tier offers unique benefits designed to express our heartfelt thanks and recognize the impact of your contribution. your support is invaluable in helping us achieve our goals. .

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<div><strong>Tiered Rewards System:</strong>

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<div>Tier 1: <strong>Supporter (Any Amount)</strong>

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<div>Become a valued supporter of our campaign and receive a heartfelt thank you email expressing our gratitude for your generous support.

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<div>Tier 2: <strong>Contributor (100$ - 500$)</strong>

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<div>You will receive a virtual thank you card with a personalized message from our family, expressing our appreciation for your contribution.

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<div>Tier 3:<strong> Benefactor (500$ - $1000)</strong>

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<div>Your name will be included in the acknowledgments section of our campaign updates, recognizing your significant contribution.

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<div>Tier 4: <strong>Guardian Angel (&gt; 1000$)</strong>

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<div>Become a Guardian Angel of our campaign and receive a personalized video message from our family, expressing our heartfelt thanks for your generous donation.

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<div>For those willing to contribute, here's how your donation will make a difference:

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<div>1. Evacuation Fee/Egyptian Coordination: <strong>5,000$</strong> per person for a total of <strong>15,000$</strong> (3 persons).

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<div>2. Transportation to Rafah Crossing: <strong>500$</strong>, with an additional <strong>500$</strong> allocated for challenging conditions in Gaza.

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<div>3. GoFundMe Fee: <strong>500$</strong>, approximately <strong>2.9%</strong> of each donation.

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<div><strong>Thank you for considering supporting our journey to a brighter tomorrow.</strong>

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<div><strong>"لن تعرف أبدًا إلى أي درجة أنت قوي حتى تكون القوة خيارك الوحيد"</strong>

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<div>من قلب غزة، تصبح هذه الكلمات أكثر حقيقة من أي وقت مضى. <strong>أنا عبد الرحمن شامية</strong>، و أقف أمامكم كناجٍ من خمس حروب، طبيب أسنان، ومطوّر برمجيات من قطاع غزة المحاصر. شهدت على الآثار المدمرة لهذه الظروف بنفسي. وهنا، في وسط الأطلال، تقف ذكرى والدي الحبيب، ماهر.

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<div>كنا عائلة تتكون من سبعة أشخاص، نعيش بسلام ومحبة ودفء. ولكن كل شيء تغير عندما اجتاحت الصراعات واليأس حياتنا. العيش في غزة يعني التصدي للنزاع المستمر، والنضال ضد الفقر وعدم وجود الحاجيات الأساسية للعيش. الحياة صعبة للغاية، وحتى أبسط المهام تبدو مستحيلة. ومع ذلك، على الرغم من كل الفوضى والألم، بقينا مرتكزين بدفء محبتنا وقوة أرواحنا.

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<div>حتى قبل ستة أشهر، تغير كل شيء. تحول منزلنا مرة واحدة إلى فوضى ودمار. اضطررنا للفرار، تاركين وراءنا كل ما كنا نعتز به. منذ ذلك الحين، نحن ضائعون، نتشبث بعالم من عدم اليقين واليأس. تركنا منزلنا المتضرر بشدة مع عدد قليل من الأشياء. ومنذ ذلك الحين، نزحنا خمس مرات، نتنقل من مكان إلى آخر، ونجد أنفسنا الآن نازحين في مدينة رفح. كل انتقال ونزوح يحمل تحديات ومساوئ جديدة، حيث نجد حياتنا مهددة مع كل دقيقة تمر.

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<div>وفي وسط كل هذا، كان هناك سبب وحيد حثنا على البقاء في غزة، وهو والدي الحبيب الذي كان يكافح مرض السرطان. على الرغم من النزاعات المستمرة والصعوبات التي لا يمكن تصورها، بقينا لرعايته. كان وجوده مرساة لنا خلال هذه العاصفة.

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<div>ولكن الآن، تحت وطأة الظلم والقسوة، وافته المنية. وفاة والدي، تحت ظروف قاسية وظالمة، حطمتنا. لم يعد هناك سبب للبقاء في هذا المكان المليء بالمعاناة، حيث يتم حرماننا حتى من أبسط الحقوق.

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<div>قلوبنا تؤلمنا من جراء كل هذا الظلم. كنا على استعداد لتحمل أي شيء للحفاظ على عائلتنا معًا، وتوفير الراحة والعناية لوالدنا في وقت الحاجة.

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<div>بمروركل يوم، يتزايد يأسنا وتزداد أعبائنا ثقلاً، نحن بحاجة إلى مساعدتكم لكسر دائرة المعاناة، وإعادة بناء أحلامنا المحطمة، وتمهيد الطريق إلى مستقبل أفضل، ولنجتمع مع عائلتنا. دعمكم ليس مجرد خط النجاة؛ بل هو شعلة الأمل في أظلم لحظاتنا.

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<div>كيف يمكنكم المساعدة؟ من خلال تيسير مغادرتنا من غزة ولم شمل عائلتنا في مصر. حالياً، أنا وإخوتي أنس وبلال، الذين لا يزالون في غزة، نخطط للمغادرة إلى مصر. بمساعدتكم، يمكننا تغطية التكاليف المرتبطة برسوم الإجلاء، والنقل إلى معبر رفح، والنفقات الأخرى الضرورية. سيكون تبرعكم فارقًا في رحلتنا نحو الأمان وبداية جديدة.

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<div>معاً، يمكننا تحويل آمالنا إلى واقع والشروع في طريق نحو غدٍ أفضل. معاً، يمكننا تحقيق أحلامنا بالهروب إلى واقع، وتحديد طريق نحو غدٍ أكثر إشراقًا - مليء بالأمل والحب وبساطة فرح الحياة.

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<div>كرمز لامتناننا لدعمك، صممنا نظامًا متدرجًا للمكافآت لنعبر عن شكرنا لسخاءك. تقدم كل درجة فوائد فريدة مصممة للتعبير عن شكرنا الصادق واعترافنا بتأثير مساهمتك. دعمك له قيمة لا تقدر بثمن في مساعدتنا على تحقيق أهدافنا.

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<div>نظام المكافآت المتدرج:

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<div>الدرجة الأولى: الداعم (أي مبلغ)

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<div>كن مؤيدًا قيمًا لحملتنا واحصل على بريد إلكتروني شاكر يُعبر عن امتناننا لدعمك السخي.

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<div>الدرجة الثانية: المساهم (100$ - 500$)

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<div>ستتلقى بطاقة شكر افتراضية مع رسالة شخصية من عائلتنا، تعبر عن تقديرنا لمساهمتك.

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<div>الدرجة الثالثة: الراعي (500$ - 1000$)

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<div>سيتم تضمين اسمك في قائمة العرفان في تحديثات حملتنا، معترفين بمساهمتك الهامة.

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<div>الدرجة الرابعة: الملاك الحارس (&gt; 1000$)

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<div>كن ملاكًا حارسًا لحملتنا واحصل على رسالة فيديو شخصية من عائلتنا، تعبر عن شكرنا العميق لتبرعك الكريم.

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<div>لأولئك الراغبين في المساهمة، إليكم كيف سيحدث تبرعكم فارقًا:

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<div>رسوم الإجلاء/التنسيق المصري: 5,000 دولار لكل شخص بمجموع 15,000 دولار (3 أشخاص).

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<div>نقل إلى معبر رفح: 500 دولار، بإضافة 500 دولار تخصيصًا للظروف التحديّة في غزة.

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<div>رسوم المنصة: 500 دولار، تقريبًا 2.9% من كل تبرع.

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<div>شكرًا لكم على النظر في دعم رحلتنا .

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<div><b>"In the Wake of Destruction: A Plea for Survival"</b>
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<div>In what used to be an ordinary day, everything changed. The sound of warplanes could be heard from a distance, but we never imagined that this sound would bring destruction to our lives. Our beautiful city, once bustling with life, has now become a pile of rubble.

In a moment, we lost everything.
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<div>The homes where we spent the best moments of our lives are now just memories buried under the debris. Our neighbors, who were like family to us, some lost their lives in this destruction, and others are still struggling to survive under these harsh conditions.
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<div>Every morning, we wake up to the same painful scene.The streets that were once filled with laughter are now silent, and the homes that were full of life are abandoned. The children who used to fill the neighborhood with their playing and laughter are now scared of the sounds of planes and explosions.
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<div>We live without electricity, without water, and without the security we once took for granted. Our parents stand in long lines to get a little water and food, and the hope in their eyes diminishes day by day. Life here has become a constant struggle for survival.<br />
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Farida Chorfa

Anonymous

Sarah Benhassen

Eliza Mohamed ali

Rahma Kamara

Halam DOMANDE

Lana Demangeat

Yu Em

Ayoub Emtir

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