Ministry of Women’s Affairs Conducts Psychosocial Support Sessions for Women in Shelters Across Gaza Strip
The Ministry of Women’s Affairs, utilizing its field teams in Gaza Strip, carried out a several awareness-raising and interactive psychosocial support sessions for women in various shelters throughout Gaza City. The sessions were a component of the Ministry’s efforts to address the psychological and social requirements of women during displacement, living in shelters, and the increasing stresses they encounter.
The Minister of Women’s Affairs Ms. Mona Al Khalili stated that psychosocial support is a vital element in the efforts to safeguard women, especially under the given extraordinary conditions in the Gaza Strip. She highlighted that the Ministry’s efforts on the ground aim to meet women’s real needs, enhance their resilience to stress, and support them in sustaining a degree of psychological and social well-being during displacement and living in shelters.
The sessions aimed to assist women in comprehending psychological stress, its symptoms and impacts, and identifying their emotions and needs to respond to them more constructively. They also encouraged self-care and presented effective stress-management strategies, such as breathing and relaxation techniques. Engaging activities created a supportive environment for participants to convey their emotions and discuss their experiences and requirements.
The sessions addressed women in the camps of Al-Safa, Al-Nour, Al-Zaharna, Hassanein, Al-Mughni, and Al-Saraya in Gaza City. Participants were actively involved in the activities and indicated a desire for ongoing access to secure environments that provide psychosocial assistance. The field teams recorded the participant’s requirements to guide the creation of upcoming interventions and activities.
In addition, the sessions increased understanding of mental health and self-care, enhanced women's capacity to identify signs of psychological strain and methods to cope, and emphasized the significance of obtaining professional help when necessary. These initiatives additionally bolster the Ministry's reaction to the requirements of women in shelters and relocation areas.
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