Gaza's women are the only ones keeping their families alive: 'I had to keep going to find food for the children'
- Posted on September 21, 2026
- By Le Monde
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In brief
The ongoing conflict in Gaza has dramatically altered family dynamics, with women increasingly becoming primary breadwinners and decision-makers. Facing unprecedented challenges, thousands of Palestinian women navigate dangerous conditions to secure food, shelter, and humanitarian aid for their dependents. This shift highlights the gendered impact of warfare on civilian populations and the resilience required to maintain family stability amid crisis and resource scarcity.
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Gaza's women are the only ones keeping their families alive: 'I had to keep going to find food for the children'
The war waged by Israel has upended the structures of families in Gaza, where women now head nearly one in four households. Tens of thousands of Palestinian women have been left alone to feed their children and seek help and shelter in a dangerous environment.
