"Gaza Women's Battle for Privacy, Health Care, and Hygiene Amidst Conflict"
In the Gaza Strip, amidst the ongoing conflict, Palestinian women have adopted the isdal, a traditional prayer garment, as a means of maintaining modesty and dignity during times of sudden bombings and displacement. The isdal, which covers the body while leaving the face exposed, is worn around the clock due to the unpredictability of attacks. Women and girls, including those displaced to schools for shelter, wear the isdal constantly, associating it with both the trauma of war and the sanctity of prayer. Despite its practical use in times of crisis, the isdal also carries a heavy emotional burden, symbolizing both the chaos of conflict and the personal moments of faith and reflection.