Gaza Situation Report: The Impact of the Blockade on the Gaza Strip- A Human Dignity Crisis (15 December 2008)

The 18- month long blockade on the Gaza Strip has created a profound human dignity crisis, leading to a widespread erosion of livelihoods and a significant deterioration in infrastructure and essential services. The consequences for the Palestinian population are profound, pervasive and difficult to reverse. This report surveys the impact on livelihoods, electricity, water and sanitation, food security and the health services.