S4 EP2 | If I Must Die

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Mar 15, 2024

Explore the impact of loss in Gaza, resilience amidst conflict, survival struggles during war, and the emotional journey of searching for a lost loved one. Reflect on the power of storytelling, dreams amidst chaos, and the unwavering support for Palestine in the face of adversity.

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INSIGHT

Existence as Resistance in Gaza

Life itself in Gaza is an act of resistance because of severe restrictions and constant danger.
Building careers, families, and homes in Gaza requires resilience against enormous obstacles.

ANECDOTE

Shayma's Family Shelter Story

Shayma's family fled to their home away from the border, hosting 80 people together during bombings.
Amid the chaos, they found quiet moments playing cards and talking at night, ignoring terror outside.

ANECDOTE

Tragic Loss in Bombing

During a bombing, Shayma woke to rubble and blood, with her sister trapped under debris.
Despite efforts, her sister died of suffocation, found later by the smell of milk guiding rescuers to her body.

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In the heart-wrenching backdrop of Gaza's tumultuous reality, "If I must die" unveils a deeply moving story that explores the profound impact of loss on one family's journey through grief, resilience, and the enduring power of love. At the centre of the story is Shayma, a loving daughter and sister, whose life is abruptly shattered by the indiscriminate violence that has become an all-too-familiar presence in her homeland.

This episode was recorded on the 10th of January.

Please donate to Shayma’s GoFundMe, to help her and her family evacuate from Gaza https://t.co/1ckKD2lj1G

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We at TDS stand firm in our commitment to fight for our Ummah, this year to turn our hearts to those engaged in a daily struggle for survival—the resilient Palestinian people.

which is why we have partnered up with Helping Hand for Relief and Development USA who have teams on the ground working tirelessly to ensure dedicated emergency relief. Together, we can be a source of hope and solace for the Palestinian people.

Head to launchgood.com/tds4palestine, donate, make duaa and Keep Fighting!

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Host: Cadar Mohamud

Episode Producer: Lamisah Chowdhury

Lead Producer: Hanna Adan

Writer: Lamisah Chowdhury

Production Manager: Maaheen Khan-Bashir

Sound Designer: Youssef Douazou

Marketing & Design Team: Sawsan Abdillahi, Wasima Farah, Khadija Musa, Mariya Shan

Cover Artist: Noor V. Aerbay

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For more information on Palestine, and how to help the Palestinian people: https://yaqeeninstitute.org/tag/palestine

https://palestinecampaign.org/resources/

https://decolonizepalestine.com/

Resources for mental health:

https://socialworklicensemap.com/blog/coping-with-secondary-trauma/

https://www.bma.org.uk/advice-and-support/your-wellbeing/vicarious-trauma/vicarious-trauma-signs-and-strategies-for-coping

https://emergency.cdc.gov/coping/index.asp

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