Dear compassionate friends,
My name is Lubna Alajrami, and I am a devoted mother from Gaza. At 30 years old, I cherish my three beautiful children: Eline, aged 7, Kinda, 2, and my precious son, Nasser, who is 4 years old.
Amidst this dire situation, my heart aches for my son, Nasser, who at 4 years old, grapples with a thyroid condition and stunted growth. We lack the means to provide him with medical treatment and the most basic necessities, such as diapers and milk. Urgent medical attention is imperative, but our current circumstances are beyond our reach. We need to travel to Egypt to seek medical treatment for Nasser; however, the fees required from the Egyptian side to cross the borders are very high, £ 4000 for adults and £2000 for kids.
My family, including my husband, three kids, and I once led a content and joyous life in the North of Gaza. However, the onset of war-shattered our dreams, our home, and our means of sustenance. Today, we find ourselves with nothing but the fragments of what was once our life.
During the war on Gaza, we lost our business and our source of livelihood
Allow me to share with you the stark reality we face. With the outbreak of conflict, we sought refuge in the south, settling in Deer Albalah, clinging to the hope of safety until the storm of war abated. Yet, our reality is now a tent in a refugee camp devoid of basic amenities. Our living space is confined, lacking toilets, kitchens, and even access to clean water and electricity. For six gruelling months, we've endured the harshness of our circumstances, battling not only the physical challenges but also the pervasive illnesses that haunt the refugee camp. All these conditions directly affected my son Nasser's health for the worst. It breaks my heart to see my child suffering and needing medical aid while I have nothing I can do.
Hence, I implore your kindness and generosity in support of our case. This fundraiser aims to secure medical treatments for Nasser. Therefore, we need to travel to Egypt to seek medical treatment for him. However, I can't leave my other children; we must travel together. This fund will support our evacuation from Gaza to have medical treatment for my son, covering travel expenses, the necessary entry fees into Egypt, temporary shelter, and essential provisions for our survival until we can rebuild our lives.
Our goal is ambitious but essential: £16,000. This sum will provide us with fees for medical treatment for Nasser, £2000, and £14,000 to pay the Egyptian side for arranging our leave to Egypt for five persons: me, my husband, and our three kids.
Your assistance can make a tangible difference in our lives. Here's how you can help:
Donate whatever amount you can afford to support our cause.
Share our fundraiser with your network, spreading awareness of our plight.
Keep us in your thoughts and prayers as we navigate these trying times.
No matter how small, every contribution is a beacon of hope for us. Your kindness and compassion will serve as a lifeline, guiding us towards a brighter tomorrow.
With heartfelt gratitude,
Lubna Alajrami