The work of our partner organisation in Gaza has unfolded in an extraordinarily challenging context. Sami Khader, Director of MA’AN Development Center, highlighted the harsh reality: “Our people have endured 16 years of oppressive blockade, turning Gaza, home to 2.4 million Palestinians, into the world’s largest open-air prison.”
Union Aid Abroad – APHEDA has launched an emergency appeal to provide funds to our partner organisation in Palestine, the MA’AN Development Center, to provide immediate relief to people in Gaza.
In early August, the Australia Palestine Advocacy Network and Union Aid Abroad – APHEDA organised a study tour for seven Australian unionists to visit Palestine.
Union Aid Abroad – APHEDA has formed a strategic partnership with MA’AN Development Center to support two newly established women’s cooperatives.
In Palestine, women have long played a role in the agriculture sector. This video explores the hidden roles of women in agriculture in Palestine.