FQMS has been providing financial assistance to medical students from Al-Azhar University and the Islamic University of Gaza who are stranded abroad. This support covers part of their living and educational expenses, helping them overcome many challenges. Please read their testimonials to learn more about their poignant experiences.
If you would like to support these students and help us with this project, please use the link below.
Testimonials
61- Testimonial from Ameera
“I am a third-year medical student at Al-Azhar University. I am currently displaced in Egypt due to the ongoing conflict and harsh conditions in Gaza. Life here has been challenging, and many of the resources we once had access to are now difficult to obtain. The financial aid I received has been a tremendous help during this difficult time. It has allowed me to continue my medical studies by supporting my online courses and acquiring essential materials.
Thank you so much for your generous help and support; it is greatly appreciated.
Best regards,”
ameera
62- Testimonial from Asmaa
“I’m Asmaa, a fourth-year medical student at Al-Azhar University in Gaza, with dreams of becoming a neurosurgeon. My journey has been driven by ambition and determination, but the recent war in Gaza has shattered my world in unimaginable ways. Amid the chaos, I lost my home, cherished books, and laptop. Everything I had poured my heart and soul into was taken from me in an instant.
The war not only uprooted my life but also left my parents without an income, deepening the wounds of our already difficult existence. Relocating to Rafah was not just a change of scenery; it felt like severing my ties to the future I had envisioned. The grief of losing loved ones, combined with the crushing financial burden on my family, made it nearly impossible to focus on my studies. My dream of elevating the representation of Gaza and Palestine in academic circles seemed like a distant memory, overshadowed by despair.
In those darkest moments, I feared losing not just my belongings but also the essence of who I was—a passionate student eager to make a difference. Hope felt like a fragile thread, ready to snap at any moment.
Yet, amidst this turmoil, I found a glimmer of hope through the generous support of FQMS. Their financial aid has been a lifeline, allowing me to purchase essential materials to restart my studies. This support has not only helped me regain my footing academically but also rekindled my passion for medicine.
With this newfound hope, I am more determined than ever to continue my journey in medicine. I aspire to make meaningful contributions to the field and ensure that Gaza’s voice is heard in academic discussions. The assistance from FQMS has profoundly impacted my life, reminding me that kindness exists even in adversity.
Thank you for believing in students like me and helping us rebuild our futures in the face of overwhelming challenges. Your support has become a beacon of light in my darkest hours, and for that, I am eternally grateful.”
Asmaa
63 – Testimonial from Heba
“Since the beginning of the war, my father has lost his job, and we have lost everything we own in Gaza. After enduring seven months of war and the devastating loss of three of my siblings, my father made the difficult decision to leave and try to save the rest of our family with almost all the money we had. We arrived in Egypt financially and emotionally devastated.
As a third-year medical student studying online, I found it difficult to fully focus on my studies, constantly worrying about our financial situation and the future of my other siblings. Two of them are in their final year of school (Tawjihi), and the absence of schools meant they couldn’t attend classes or afford private lessons.
When I received your financial support, I immediately gave some of it to my father to help with our living expenses, and some to my siblings so they could enroll in private lessons and continue their Tawjihi year. This has relieved me so much, allowing me to focus more on my studies, at least for the next couple of months.
I never imagined I would find myself in a position where I had to worry about how to support my family financially, but life has led us in an unexpected direction. I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your support, and I hope you continue to support other medical students in need.”
Heba
64 – Testimonial from Tareq
“My name is Tareq, a medical student from Gaza. I completed my first year of medical school in Gaza, but the war forced me to leave everything behind and start over in Egypt. Facing the uncertainty of displacement, I was overwhelmed with the fear that I wouldn’t be able to afford my education and might have to abandon my dream of becoming a doctor. The financial aid I received from the Al Quds Foundation for Medical Schools in Palestine was a lifeline. It helped cover a critical part of my tuition, allowing me to continue my studies despite everything I’ve been through. This support has provided me not only with financial relief but also with the hope
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and strength to keep pursuing my dreams. I am deeply grateful for this help and sincerely hope that more students from Gaza will have the opportunity to receive similar support and continue their education, just as I have.”
65 – Testimonial from Abdallah
“I am a third-year medical student who was doing well in university until our lives and dreams were shattered by this tragic war. I travelled abroad seeking safety and opportunities to continue my studies, and these funds have helped me cover part of my expenses. This support has also positively impacted my studies, allowing me to focus more on my education without the constant worry of how to afford essential resources. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the FQMS committee for their support during these challenging times.”
Abdallah
66 – Testimonial from Mohammed
“I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for the financial assistance I have received. As a second-year medical student at Al-Azhar University, I am currently displaced in Qatar due to the ongoing conflict and harsh conditions in Gaza. This support will greatly help me cover living expenses, apartment rent, and essential educational expenses such as textbooks, study materials, and other resources crucial for my studies.
This assistance will also ease some of the financial burden I have been facing, allowing me to focus more on my education and less on the worries of meeting my academic needs. Your generosity is truly making a difference in my journey to becoming a doctor, and I am deeply grateful for the opportunity you have given me.
Thank you once again for your invaluable support.”
Mohammed
67- Testimonial from Amna
“I am a third-year medical student from Gaza, currently living in Egypt due to the ongoing challenges back home. The financial burden of living away from home has made it difficult for me to focus fully on my studies. Despite my determination to continue my education, the pressures of daily expenses have become overwhelming.
This is where the Hanoon Foundation has provided invaluable support. Their financial assistance has eased my struggles, allowing me to redirect my energy back into my medical studies.
I am incredibly grateful to the Hanoon Foundation team for their continuous support during this challenging time.”
Amna
68- Testimonial from Ahmed
“I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the financial assistance I’ve received. This support has been essential in covering my rent and purchasing crucial study materials like textbooks, enabling me to focus on my education without financial concerns.
As a second-year medical student from the Islamic University of Gaza, currently displaced in Egypt due to the war, this help has made a significant difference in my ability to continue my studies during these challenging times.
Thank you once again for your generosity.
Sincerely,
Ahmed
Second-year medical student,
Islamic University of Gaza”
69- Testimonial from Mohammed
“I am a medical student at the Islamic University of Gaza. Due to the recent conflict, my university was bombed, making it extremely difficult for me to continue my education. This financial assistance has been a tremendous help during this challenging time. It has provided me with the means to focus on my studies and personal needs, despite the adversity surrounding me.
This support has renewed my hope, and I am now actively seeking opportunities to continue my medical education elsewhere, as the current situation has left my academic future uncertain. I am deeply grateful for this assistance, and I hope that with the continued generosity of your programme and supporters, other students like me can also find hope and resilience in difficult times.
Best regards,”
Mohammed
70- Testimonial from Rama
“I am a medical student at Al-Azhar University. At the beginning of this academic year, I was supposed to start my third year of studying medicine. However, due to the current war, I have been unable to continue my studies. My family and I made the decision to leave the Gaza Strip for a safer place. Because of the war, my parents have been unable to receive their salaries.
The financial support provided by your charity will greatly help me cover some of my university expenses and allow me to continue my studies. I am truly grateful for your assistance.
Thank you so much,”
Rama