A N A LY S I S PEACE AND SECURITY WOMEN AT THE HEART OF GAZA’S REBIRTH Palestinian Perspectives on the Reconstruction of Gaza September 2021 Walaa Abu Zaiter August 2024 Even before the war, Gaza was described as uninhabit­able. Conditions are worsen­ing post-conflict, heightening public health risks. Women face severe post-war chal­lenges leading to community tensions and social issues. To mitigate all this, interna­tional actors must push for a ceasefire, expand huma­nitarian aid, and support Palestinian women-led orga­nisations. Comprehensive recovery efforts should focus on equity, community en­gagement, education and psychosocial support. Hope, driven by the resilience of Gaza’s women, is essential for rebuilding efforts, necessi­tating further research to un­derstand social impacts and develop effective recovery models.