Beyond funding, psychosocial support in Gaza needs better strategy

The cost of conflict in Gaza is often said to be one that is disproportionately paid for by its youth. When the demographics and deaths are considered, the claim is difficult to contest.

Estimates from the U.N. Population Fund point to a mostly young population in Gaza: Of Gaza’s 1.71 million people, 53 percent are aged 15 to 29. Meanwhile, according to UNICEF, more than 500 children have been killed and 3,300 children have been injured in the most recent escalation of war with Israel.