More than a year into the unfolding humanitarian crisis in Gaza, intense bombardment and military operations continue across all of the strip. More than 44,000 Palestinians have been killed, and at least 50% of the identified fatalities are reportedly women and children. Another 105,000 have been injured. As a result of the devastating conditions, between 15,000 and 19,000 children are estimated to have been orphaned. More than 10,000 Palestinians, mostly children and women, are reportedly missing and at least 17,000 children are estimated to be unaccompanied or separated from their parents.

This report provides an overview of the situation of unaccompanied and separated children (UASC) in Gaza, including the current system, structures and processes in place to support and care for them, and the gaps and operational challenges in addressing their needs.

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