Gisha - Gisha is an Israeli not-for-profit organization, founded in 2005, whose goal is to protect the freedom of movement of Palestinians, especially Gaza residents. Gisha promotes rights guaranteed by international and Israeli law.

Crossing update: Limited entry of mail and exit of goods from Gaza

Ongoing restrictions imposed by Israel at the Erez and Kerem Shalom crossings constitute prohibited collective punishment of Palestinians living under occupation in Gaza.

June 22, 2021

Green Girls – the aftermath

“During the Israeli bombings, I was filled with a deep, intense fear. I was afraid for my safety, my life, about the destruction in the melon and carrot plots we…

June 8, 2021

Israel continues to ban exit of goods from Gaza. Cancer patients exit in first since May 11

The Ministry of Agriculture in Gaza halts sale of Israeli produce in Gaza in protest of the ongoing blanket ban on the exit of goods from the Strip. Israeli-imposed restrictions at Erez halt postal delivery to Gaza. Navy harassment of fishermen increases.

June 8, 2021

Heavy losses for Gaza farmers. Price of cement jumps by 27%

More than a week into the ceasefire, Israel continues to severely restrict travel to and from Gaza and is prohibiting all exit of goods, as well as entry of fuel for Gaza's power plant, construction materials, and other items.

May 30, 2021

Gisha condemns Israel’s continued chokehold on Gaza

According to information received by Gisha, Israel partially opened its crossings with Gaza yesterday (May 25) but continues to severely restrict movement of people and goods to and from the Strip.

May 26, 2021

Cosmetic dreams

Basma Abu Mustafa realized her dreams when she started a business that both supports her family and inspires other young people. But she can’t reach her full potential under closure.…

March 4, 2021