Crisis in Gaza

What you need to know about the situation in Gaza and how you can take action.

Gaza is facing a humanitarian crisis. The Israeli military has killed tens of thousands of Palestinians and displaced more than 90% of the population. Israel also continues to impose restrictions on aid, leading to the starvation of the entire population. The International Court of Justice says Israel’s actions may constitute genocide.

AFSC has responded to this crisis both through humanitarian aid and advocacy for justice and peace. We mourn all who have been killed and call for the release of the Israeli hostages and the thousands of Palestinians held in Israeli military detention. We are advocating for an embargo on U.S. arms to Israel and a permanent ceasefire.

As a Quaker organization, AFSC firmly opposes violence in all its forms and works to address its root causes. We have been working in Israel, Gaza, and the rest of the occupied Palestinian territory since 1948. We have earned a trusted reputation in the region for honest aid work and our principled position for peace based on respecting the dignity of all people and their human rights.

Our team in Gaza is delivering life-saving humanitarian aid. In the U.S., our advocacy team has mobilized people across the country. Please join us in supporting these efforts.