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The children's and young adult literature community on the island of Ireland have come together to host a fundraiser for Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP).

Medical Aid for Palestinians works for a future where every Palestinian has access to a comprehensive, effective and locally-led system of healthcare, and the full realisation of their rights to health and dignity. To achieve this, they work in collaboration with Palestinian communities and trusted local partners to answer a wide range of health and social needs, from providing vital medical aid in emergencies, to supporting the development of better health services for the long term. They also uplift the voices of Palestinians, and campaign for an end to the barriers to health and dignity that come from living through occupation, displacement, discrimination and conflict.

We chose to support this charity because of the emergent work they do in the midst of this ongoing genocide, as well as because of their long-term sustainable healthcare work in a commitment to the future of Palestine. You can read more about what they do here: https://www.map.org.uk/what-we-do/what-we-do

The Irish children's and YA community refuse to stand by, witnessing these daily horrors without action. The goal of this fundraiser is to support MAP who provides fundamental aid to Palestinians during this dark time. We hope you will join us in creating some light where it is needed most.