An accessible home was replaced by stairs
Jundi said her home had been built without stairs to meet her needs. After its destruction, she faced 22 steps to reach her new front door in Iktaba and a bathroom unsuitable for her mobility. She described women losing independence as accessible housing, medicines and assistive devices became harder to obtain. [1]
Local networks continue education and relief
The founder of the Nur Shams disability rehabilitation association coordinated help through longstanding community contacts. HI reported continuing cooperation with her on humanitarian mine action and assistance to victims. “Mothers are bearing the heaviest burden,” she said, describing women’s responsibilities during displacement. [1]
Healthcare organisations also documented barriers
A separate HI report presented in April 2025 drew on a survey of 16 West Bank healthcare and emergency organisations. It linked reduced access to movement restrictions, damaged infrastructure and financial pressures. The report also described a rehabilitation taskforce involving 18 local, governmental and international organisations. [2][3]