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The Integrated Journalist Support Project, spearheaded by our organization, Collective Action for the Diaspora (CAD), is developing a lifeline for over 200 freelance journalists in Gaza. Operating under extreme conditions, these journalists are vital to documenting Gaza's ongoing struggles and resilience. This initiative provides essential resources, including daily hot meals and solar-powered shelters, enabling them to continue their critical work.
Freelance journalists face unparalleled challenges:
Freelance journalists face unparalleled challenges:
- Food Insecurity: Skyrocketing food prices (e.g., eggs costing $73 per dozen) exacerbate hunger and malnutrition.
- Lack of Safe Workspaces: Journalists operate without basic infrastructure to charge devices or seek protection from harsh weather.
- Operational Struggles: Limited access to power and essentials undermines their ability to report effectively.
Project Highlights
- Sustainable Infrastructure
- Five solar-powered charging and shelter stations to ensure reliable power and safe workspaces.
- Weatherproof shelters using durable galvanized materials for insulation and protection.
- Daily Hot Meal Distribution
- Pre-packaged, nutritious meals prepared by our chef.
- Serving journalists and their families to combat food insecurity and support their resilience.
- Empowerment Through Stability
- Improved working conditions ensure journalists can focus on capturing vital stories of Gaza's people.
Immediate Impact
- Daily Impact: Meals for 200+ journalists and families, reducing hunger and malnutrition.
- Infrastructure Support: Renewable solar-powered stations providing energy and shelter.
- Increased Capacity: Journalists enabled to produce stories that preserve the narrative of resilience under conflict.
Budget Overview
With a $30,000 budget, the project allocates funds to:
With a $30,000 budget, the project allocates funds to:
- Infrastructure: $16,500 (55%)
- Hot Meals: $9,000 (30%)
- Operations: $4,500 (15%)
Measurable Outcomes
- Meals Delivered: Thousands of hot meals distributed over eight weeks.
- Journalist Satisfaction: Reduced food insecurity and operational challenges for freelance journalists.
- Energy Access: Five operational solar-powered shelters supporting journalistic activities.
Sustainability and Scalability
- Collaboration with local suppliers reduces costs and stimulates Gaza’s economy.
- Solar power minimizes ongoing expenses and environmental impact.
- The potential for expansion includes adding more solar stations and mental health support for journalists.
Your support enables Gaza’s freelance journalists to continue their vital work in the face of adversity. This project empowers journalists to document critical narratives, preserves informed communities, and bolsters hope.
For more information, email us at [email protected]
For more information, email us at [email protected]
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