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At least 1,580 healthcare workers have been killed serving their communities in Gaza. Behind every fallen doctor, nurse, and paramedic is a bereaved family struggling to survive. This is how we can help.
Gaza today is a humanitarian catastrophe. Months of sustained conflict have displaced hundreds of thousands. Homes have turned to rubble, and basic services like clean water, electricity, and medical care have nearly vanished. Children go to bed hungry. Women and the elderly suffer in silence. Amidst this chaos, families are living in makeshift shelters—if they’re lucky. Many have nothing at all.
The international community continues to raise alarms, but the need on the ground is immediate, overwhelming, and urgent.
Amid this devastation, Aghosh UK, in collaboration with Action for Humanity (AFH) and AFH Palestine, took bold action. In December 2024, we broke ground on a new humanitarian project in Deir Al Balah—one of Gaza’s most affected areas.
Over the course of four months, Hope Camp 5 was developed to provide essential shelter and services for families displaced by the ongoing conflict. What started as an initiative to serve 56 families quickly expanded to support 63 families due to growing needs.
Hope Camp 5 covers an area of 5,600 square meters. It is not just a tent camp—it’s a safe zone built with intention, care, and community input.
Key shelter features include:
This is a place where families can start to rebuild—not just physically, but emotionally.
Access to clean water and sanitation in Gaza is a major challenge. At Hope Camp 5, we addressed this with:
A safe water and sanitation system is critical for preventing disease outbreaks and restoring dignity.
In a region where war has robbed children of classrooms, Hope Camp 5 provides 4 fully equipped school rooms. Each includes:
The children of Gaza deserve more than survival—they deserve an education. And we’re giving them that chance.
Our on-site medical clinic ensures families have access to basic healthcare. It includes:
In a place where hospitals are overstretched or destroyed, even a small clinic can save lives.
From day one, Aghosh UK used a participatory approach. We listened. We adjusted. When families raised concerns about sanitation units being too close to homes, we changed the design immediately.
Additionally, local families were enlisted to guard and maintain camp infrastructure, helping build a sense of ownership and security. This not only reduced theft or vandalism but also strengthened the camp’s long-term sustainability.
As one father told us in the field: “This is not just a camp. It is our home now. And we will protect it.”
Hope Camp 5 is a lifeline. But it’s only the beginning. The crisis in Gaza continues, and more families are in desperate need of support.
With your help, Aghosh UK plans to:
Where exactly is Hope Camp 5 located, and why was this location chosen?
Hope Camp 5 is located in Deir Al Balah, a central region of the Gaza Strip. This area was strategically selected due to the high concentration of displaced families, its relative safety compared to border zones, and the availability of land that could be leased for humanitarian use. It also allowed for easier coordination with local implementing partners like AFH Palestine and access to vulnerable communities needing urgent shelter.
How many people are currently being supported at Hope Camp 5?
As of April 2025, 63 displaced families are being supported at Hope Camp 5. This includes:
That’s a total of 303 individuals, many of whom lost their homes, sources of income, or family members due to ongoing violence and instability. Some are elderly, disabled, or suffer from chronic health conditions.
What are the main facilities available in the camp?
Hope Camp 5 provides comprehensive infrastructure and services that go beyond basic shelter:
How are families selected to receive shelter and aid in the camp?
Selection is based on clearly defined humanitarian criteria, including:
Selection was carried out in coordination with community leaders and partner organizations to ensure transparency and fairness.
How has the local community been involved in this project?
Aghosh UK and AFH Palestine followed a participatory approach, actively involving local residents in:
This engagement not only improved the quality and acceptance of the project but also fostered a sense of ownership, helping to prevent theft or vandalism and increasing sustainability.
What makes Hope Camp 5 different from a typical refugee tent camp?
Unlike temporary emergency setups, Hope Camp 5 integrates:
This model bridges the gap between emergency response and longer-term stability.
How is Aghosh UK ensuring transparency and accountability in this project?
Accountability measures include:
When families raised concerns—such as the placement of sanitation units—those concerns were acted upon immediately, demonstrating Aghosh UK’s commitment to responsible and responsive aid.
Is Hope Camp 5 a permanent solution?
No, it is an emergency shelter camp intended for medium-term relief, designed to last at least one year with regular maintenance. However, because it includes key services like water, education, and health care, it provides a much more stable and humane environment than traditional tent cities.
Future planning includes either upgrading existing facilities or relocating families to more permanent housing, depending on the evolving security and political situation.
How can individuals or organizations support this effort?
You can support in several impactful ways:
Every act of generosity expands the reach and longevity of projects like Hope Camp 5.
Will Aghosh UK expand efforts beyond Hope Camp 5?
Yes. Due to the overwhelming demand and successful implementation of Hope Camp 5, Aghosh UK is planning future camps and long-term recovery projects in Gaza. These will include:
