Ep. 11
In this episode, Adam and Amy explore a haunting account of Gaza’s disabled community, whose hardships have intensified amid the escalating conflict, as reported in a recent article. Together, they discuss the disproportionate impact on the 130,000 disabled Palestinians in Gaza, from harrowing evacuation challenges to the loss of crucial support services. Through heartbreaking stories of individuals like Iyad Al-Najjar, Mohammad Bahar, and Nour Ershy Jouda, Adam and Amy highlight the specific obstacles faced by those unable to evacuate or find safe shelter.
They also examine the broader effects of the destruction of hospitals and rehabilitation centers on Gaza’s disabled population and the inspiring community-led initiative, Basmat Amal, which provides essential support to the displaced and disabled. The hosts bring into focus the long-lasting consequences of these events on Gaza’s most vulnerable and the pressing need for protections to uphold their rights.