HIGHLIGHTS
Between 1 and 27 November, partners distributed monthly general food parcels to more than 230,000 families (1,150,000 people) through 59 distribution points across the Gaza Strip, including 21 in northern Gaza.
On 26 November, Shelter Cluster partners distributed 4,800 blankets to 1,200 families in Deir al Balah; 4,000 blankets to 1,000 families in northern Gaza; and 324 tents, 10 kitchen sets, and ropes to 352 families in Khan Younis Al Mawasi sites.
SITUATION OVERVIEW
With cold weather intensifying and heavy rainfall becoming more frequent, Site Management Cluster (SMC) partners remain focused on winterization efforts. One partner distributed 30,000 sandbags to 41 sites to support flood mitigation and launched additional flood-prevention activities through cash-for-work initiatives. Meanwhile, partners are collecting empty flour sacks from aid organizations to further strengthen emergency and winter preparedness measures. SMC teams continue to monitor winter and rain conditions and follow up on unresolved gaps to ensure timely support and response.
UNITED NATIONS-COORDINATED AID ENTRY*
On 28 November, based on preliminary data, at least 180 of dignity kits, 69 pallets of menstrual health management items, 15 pallets of medical supplies, and four pallets of adolescent kits were collected from the crossings under the United Nations-coordinated mechanism. This data excludes bilateral donations and the commercial sector.
As of 29 November, Kerem Shalom, Zikim and Kissufim crossings remained operational, with humanitarian cargo offloading and uplifting alternating days between Zikim and Kissufim.
HUMANITARIAN RESPONSE
Food Security
Between 1 and 27 November, partners distributed general monthly food parcels to more than 230,000 families (1,150,000 people) through 59 distribution points across the Strip, including two in North Gaza and 19 in Gaza city. Lack of transportation options, or means to cover its costs, and poor road conditions continue to hinder access for communities and partners in northern Gaza.
Protection
Child Protection
In close collaboration with the WASH cluster, Child Protection Cluster partners continued the distribution of hygiene kits and other non-food items for the most vulnerable cases. As part of these joint interventions, on 28 November, two child-friendly spaces were also equipped with improved sanitation facilities, including safe latrines and water tanks. This intervention will help ensure a healthier and more protective environment for children to learn, play and receive psychosocial support.
Gender-Based Violence Prevention and Response
On 28 November, Gender-Based Violence (GBV) service provision continued across Gaza, with partners reaching 671 people with multi-sectoral services including psychosocial support, case management, legal awareness, and psychological first aid within women and girls safe spaces (WGSSs.
On 26 November, GBV partners distributed 31 tents to eight partners who are scaling up GBV activities in northern Gaza. In addition, some partners whose WGSS facilities were destroyed by flooding also received tents, enabling them to restore services in Deir al Balah and Gaza city.
On 25 November, the 16 Days of Activism campaign was launched at Al Shifa Hospital, Gaza city. Key messages highlighted community resilience, dedication of humanitarian actors, a commitment to expand services and support women and girls to reclaim their safety, dignity and leadership. Similarly, GBV partners including women-led organizations-initiated campaign launches across all governorates within their safe spaces, with the participation of communities.
Shelter
On 26 November, Shelter Cluster continued distributions as follows:
A partner distributed 4,800 blankets to 1,200 families in Deir al Balah and 4,000 blankets to 1,000 families in northern Gaza.
A partner distributed 324 tents and 10 kitchen sets and ropes to 352 families in Khan Younis Al Mawasi sites.
On the same day, cluster partners received 7,919 tarpaulins, 2,078 mattresses, and 9,080 blankets which will be distributed in the coming days.
* All figures solely refer to UN and partner assistance dispatched through the UN-coordinated system. They are preliminary and will be reconciled in the course of the ceasefire. Supplies entering through bilateral donations and the commercial sector are not reflected.
