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Who are the people?
Thousands of years of history, heritage, and discord influence the lives of the diverse peoples who live in this area. Due to age-old differences that persist in modern times, conflict remains a daily reality.

The needs among people who struggle with poverty are the same here, however. Families are often large and lack basic necessities. Many residents work in public service or in manufacturing plants. However, the effects of war and population movement have taken a toll on the economy, making it difficult to find employment.

In a region filled with political and social tension, World Vision’s goal is to create an environment where peace can exist and children can thrive. Experience has shown that unless people are able to earn a living, provide for their families, have access to safe and adequate water, and grow crops on their land, a sustainable peace will be very difficult to attain.

To accomplish our goals, World Vision works with churches and local communities to create a more secure future for children and their families and to advocate for peace.

As a sponsor, you will provide lasting hope by demonstrating the love of God to a child who desperately needs assistance.
Thousands of years of history, heritage, and discord influence the lives of the diverse peoples who

Country Comparison	Jerusalem West Bank Gaza	United States
Population	3.5 million	295.4 million
Land Mass	2,209 sq. miles	3,537,439 sq. miles
Life Expectancy	73 years	78 years
Infant Mortality Rate (per 1,000)	22	7
Literacy Rate	92%	97%
Primary School Enrollment	91%	92%
Access to Safe Water	94%	100%
Average Annual Income (GNI per capita)	$1,110	$41,400

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What is it like to live there?
Areas of Israel (occupied East Jerusalem, West Bank, and the Gaza Strip), extend 260 miles from the border with Lebanon and Syria in the Golan Heights to Eilat. The region reaches inland 60 miles from the Mediterranean to the Rift Valley. The western area, known as the Negev, is mostly desert. There are a variety of people groups, among whom Hebrew, Arabic, and English are the primary languages. Jerusalem is the most crowded of Israel’s major urban centers and is the country’s second poorest city.

In 1948, the Arab-Israeli conflict and the subsequent establishment of the State of Israel resulted in the displacement of two-thirds of the Palestinian people. Following the June 1967 war, Israel took possession of land formerly held by Jordan and Egypt. Since then, the continued conflict has resulted in the expropriation of lands, loss of water resources, home demolitions, construction of disputed settlements and bypass roads, and closures of the West Bank and Gaza. In all of its various manifestations, the conflict has impeded efforts to improve the standard of living for children.

Child sponsorship is helping to meet physical and spiritual needs and to provide parents with skills and resources for achieving a better quality of life for their families. God’s divine intervention and sponsors’ commitment are providing many children with the hope of a better future.
Areas of Israel (occupied East Jerusalem, West Bank, and the Gaza Strip), extend 260 miles from the
Jerusalem West Bank Gaza Projects
With the support of generous donors like you, World Vision is partnering with families throughout Jerusalem West Bank Gaza to build brighter futures filled with hope for their children.

Many activities are under way to help meet immediate needs and promote lasting changes that will strengthen communities and move families toward self-reliance.

Overall program goals include:

• Ensuring that all children have the opportunity to attend school.
• Renovating classrooms and providing furnishings for an improved educational environment.
• Improving access to adequate health care for all children and their families.
• Making clean water available to more children and their families, greatly reducing the risk of waterborne diseases.
• Teaching farmers agricultural skills that will help them grow more nutritious foods for their families.
• Working with communities to build reconciliation among families and encourage the peacebuilding process.
• Helping families launch small businesses to provide financial stability.

• Pray that your sponsored child might respond to God’s love and grace.
• Ask God to guide your sponsored child as he or she learns, grows, and moves toward a future full of hope and possibilities.
• Pray for God to protect the health of your sponsored child and his or her family.

Unfortunately, at this time, online picture folders are not available from Jerusalem West Bank Gaza.

You may still be able to sponsor a child from Jerusalem West Bank Gaza by clicking here and submitting a special request.