The humanitarian situation in Gaza has been described as dire, with children particularly vulnerable and severely affected. In response, the Swedish Government has decided to allocate SEK 10 million to Save the Children’s efforts in Gaza, amid reports of children starving, seeing their homes destroyed, and losing loved ones.
According to Minister for International Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade Benjamin Dousa, “humanitarian suffering in Gaza is enormous, and the children of Gaza are living in a nightmare.” The allocation will support Save the Children’s activities in Gaza, including providing life-saving supplies such as shelter, water, and medical care, as well as psychosocial support for children at their child-friendly spaces.
The decision to provide additional humanitarian assistance comes after the Government previously committed SEK 30 million in 2025 to support Save the Children’s work to protect children in crisis and conflict situations. Minister for Social Services Camilla Waltersson Grönwall emphasized that “innocent children are hit hardest in war, and the war in Gaza is no exception.” The allocation will help ensure that humanitarian assistance reaches the most vulnerable populations, particularly children.
Development Assistance Policy Spokesperson for the Christian Democrats, Gudrun Brunegård, noted that “humanitarian assistance should go to those who need it most and be managed by actors who ensure it ends up in the right place.” The allocation will support Save the Children’s efforts to provide life-saving supplies and psychosocial support to children in Gaza.
Save the Children has been supporting Palestinian children since 1953, with a long-standing presence on the ground that has engendered deep local ties and trust among the population. This enables humanitarian assistance where children’s own needs and voices are at the heart of efforts.
The allocation of SEK 10 million is part of Sweden’s broader commitment to providing humanitarian assistance to those affected by conflict and crisis situations. The move underscores the importance of prioritizing the protection and well-being of children in such situations, particularly in the face of dire humanitarian circumstances.
Conclusion
The Swedish Government’s allocation of SEK 10 million in humanitarian assistance to Save the Children in Gaza highlights the country’s commitment to supporting those affected by conflict and crisis. The move underscores the importance of prioritizing the protection and well-being of children, particularly in dire humanitarian circumstances.
- SEK 10 million allocated to Save the Children in Gaza
- Supports life-saving supplies and psychosocial support for children
- Prioritizes protection and well-being of children affected by conflict and crisis situations
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