The Ministry of Social Development Dispatches 6 Emergency Trucks to Jenin and Prepares Additional Aid for Tulkarm
Ramallah – Saturday, January 25, 2025: The Ministry of Social Development announced today the dispatch of six emergency trucks loaded with food and medical supplies to the Jenin refugee camp as part of its immediate response to the growing humanitarian needs resulting from the ongoing Israeli occupation's aggression on cities in the northern West Bank. The ministry emphasized that these trucks are part of a comprehensive plan to support affected families, noting that additional aid will soon be sent to Tulkarm Governorate to address the needs of citizens there.
The ministry explained that over the past four months, it has provided Jenin Governorate with various forms of assistance, including the distribution of 1,600 food parcels, 428 bags of baby formula, 7,704 packs of Cerelac, and 444 containers of baby food. Additionally, 3,552 clothing items and 730 pieces of winter apparel were distributed to support families in need. Cash assistance was also provided, benefiting 3,829 families. The ministry further implemented six energy projects to support institutions and 48 economic projects aimed at empowering individuals. Assistance also included the distribution of 14 blankets and 7 heaters to help families cope with the winter cold.
In Tulkarm Governorate, the ministry has, in recent months, delivered specialized assistance, including the distribution of 1,000 food and hygiene parcels and 600 vouchers for clothing and winter apparel valued at $80,000. Furthermore, 90 blankets and electric heaters were provided to support vulnerable families, in addition to disbursing NIS 120,000 for orphan sponsorships and NIS 99,814 in cash transfers to benefit 2,980 families. Moreover, the ministry allocated NIS 1 million for food assistance, benefiting 3,798 families under the Food Program. It also followed up on housing support for 600 families from the Nur Shams and Tulkarm camps.
The Ministry of Social Development reaffirmed that these interventions are part of its comprehensive plan to support affected families and strengthen their resilience amid the challenging conditions imposed by the occupation. The ministry called on local and international partners to intensify efforts to ensure the continuity of aid delivery and its accessibility to the most vulnerable groups across all Palestinian governorates.