The Impact of the Humanitarian Crisis in the Gaza Strip on Marginalized Groups (Women, Children, and Persons with Disabilities) — 7 October 2023 to 15 June 2025

A report tracking the humanitarian crisis's impact on the most vulnerable groups across 20 months of war — women, children and persons with disabilities — documenting patterns of violations and immediate needs.

Author

Pal-Think research team

Date

2025-07-01

Key points

• The October 2023 attack left 1,300 Israelis dead and 236 hostages.
• The three marginalised groups carry a double burden in armed crises.
• Total closure and the collapse of services combined to multiply the violations.

Recommendations

• Relief protocols specific to marginalised groups in any humanitarian response.
• Specialised units to document violations against children and persons with disabilities.
• Representation of marginalised groups in reconstruction and recovery negotiations.