Gender in Humanitarian Action (GiHA)

UNRWA proudly joins the global community in marking World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD), with a focus on advancing digital gender equality. Celebrated annually on 17 May, WTISD marks the founding of the International Telecommunication Union…

Introduction The collapse of the fragile ceasefire, escalating hostilities, repeated displacement orders, and ongoing aid blockade have created a humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza, with devastating consequences for the Palestinian population, particularly women and girls. The crisis is…

Synopsis (short abstract) This briefing note focuses on assessing the gender-related impacts of the current hostilities in Gaza, emphasizing the importance of understanding the specific needs and vulnerabilities of men, women, girls, and boys. It highlights the…

The ongoing war in Gaza began in October 2023, with women bearing much of the health burden. More than 41,000 people have been killed, and thousands of women face life-threatening health risks. Medical services are crippled,…