Amina
Midwife
Displaced to Mawasi Khan Younis, Amina's life took an unimaginable turn when she found herself in the midst of a humanitarian disaster.
After EFE's training, Amina began volunteering at various critical medical points across displacement areas, in Rafah and Mawasi Khan Younis. One of her most significant contributions was to be part of the urgent field medical tent that was established on the ruins of Nasser Medical Hospital, supporting with cesarean section deliveries. This facility became a lifeline for women facing high-risk deliveries in the heart of the conflict.
“The displacement experience was terrifying. As a midwife, I knew the importance of my role in the health sector, but the magnitude of the war overshadowed the significance of our work. Initially, our efforts were unorganized, and displacement only added to the chaos. However, the training I received through EFE-Palestine reignited my strength and gave me the confidence to focus on supporting women.”
With limited resources, she dealt with emergency deliveries, complex c-sections, and life-threatening complications.
She and her team managed up to 30 deliveries in a single day—all without adequate medical equipment. Working tirelessly for over 40 hours at a time, Amina also provided first aid and psychological support, often operating in complete darkness.
Yet, amidst the uncertainty and exhaustion, Amina found a profound purpose. She recalls, “Every time I helped a woman bring her child into the world, it felt as though hope was reborn. The fatigue, the fear—it all disappeared in those moments. For each life we saved, a small victory was won against despair.”
Today, Amina stands as a testament to the strength of the human spirit. Her dedication during the most challenging of times exemplifies how expertise, resilience, and compassion can transform lives—even in the darkest hours.
