Our Stories

Masarouna is a youth centered program. That’s why we work with young activists in MENA. We strengthen their knowledge of SRHR, advocacy, campaigning, and amplify their voices. Get to know some of the young activists we work with who are using their skills - as writers, doctors, and campaigners - to create a world where young people can claim their SRHR.

‘’It’s very important to find a sustainable solution to deal with period poverty in Lebanon.’’

- Hayat Mirshad, Journalist and Feminist Activist, Co-Director at Fe-Male

‘’We need a new generation in power, to speak more about our needs as young people.’’

- Osama, writer and blogger

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A military invasion in Rafah would be catastrophic. Almost 1.3 million people, including half a million children are now crammed into this small city in #Gaza. There can be no more ''evacuations''. There is no safe place to go. There must be a #cea
Fahima is a Project Coordinator at the Culture and Free Thought Association (CFTA) in Gaza. Through her work, Fahima has been working closely with displaced women in Gaza. "The role of women in this crisis is incredibly significant. Women have
Never before has Buthaina faced such daunting circumstances. "This war is unlike any we've experienced before.’’ Buthaina supports women and girls through her work as Executive Director of Wefaq. She shared one story of a pregnant w
Ameera is six months #pregnant in Gaza. Her husband has been away since before the war started. Since then she has been displaced multiple times and now she stays in a tent. She is terrified of delivering a baby in a hospital under attack. She longs
Imagine being forced to flee your home and leave behind everything you know. While many left their homes searching for safety, the unfortunate reality is that there is no safe place in Gaza. 1 million women and girls are now displaced in Gaza, accord
Wafaa* is living on the streets in Gaza during while in the 8th month of a high-risk pregnancy. She is terrified to give birth, knowing she is likely to face complications and will not be able to access medical care.This is why we need a #ceasfirenow
Hind is a nurse in Gaza working around the clock to take care of patients, some of whom are her own family. Women across Gaza are doing everything they can to support their families and communities. But it shouldn't have to be this way. That's why we