The U.S. - Israeli distribution mechanism for aid in Gaza is further imperiling lives.
Food, medicine, clean water, and hygiene are some of the most basic human rights. The Gaza Humanitarian Fund (GHF) distribution mechanism, which has U.S. and Israeli backing to bypass the UN as the main supplier of aid in Gaza and uses armed American security contractors, was created with the stated intent to provide essential access to food for the people of Gaza, after the population survived over 60 days of starvation. As stated by Doctors Without Borders, the “Israeli-US food distribution scheme in Gaza that was launched one month ago is forcing Palestinians to choose between starvation or risking their lives for minuscule amounts of aid.” Furthermore, Gaza’s population is still denied access to hygiene products, medication, and medical supplies.
As Christians who not only believe every human is a beloved Child of God, but that the path to peace is not paved with gunfire and bombs, we must insist that this essential aid gets to people in dire need. We encourage work toward peace. "Through [non-governmental actors], people expose serious human rights violations, respond to human need unmet by governments, organize people who are poor and oppressed, keep attention focused on the brutality of wars, and help resolve conflicts" (from the ELCA social statement For Peace in God's World p. 19). We can use our voices to express support of a sustainable ceasefire with accessible, safe, neutral access to humanitarian aid that is in line with international humanitarian law.
Please customize this message to your members of Congress with your priorities and convictions on this important matter. Thank you for your advocacy.
[Posted: 7/11/2025]
