Esma has faced many difficulties in her short life due to a suspected metabolic disorder that has impeded her motor development. Born into a warzone, she has none of the usual scans or hospital treatment available. But thanks to the dedicated work of the staff of our partner the Princess Basma Centre, she is making remarkable progress...

“My life became meaningless when I lost my sight at the age of fifteen and I was denied the opportunity to complete my education. My life was filled with fear of many things, the first of which was becoming completely dependent…I used to feel marginalised and without value, and now I feel my importance in my community…”

10-month-old Layla is the youngest child enrolled at the Learning Centre for the Deaf’s Early Intervention Programme…

An estimated 12,000 children in Gaza have new disabilities caused by injuries they have suffered as a result of the current war. 5-year-old Malak is one of them.

The war has not only meant Sara and her family have had to flee from southern Lebanon but the sounds of explosions have also exacerbated Sara’s epilepsy, making it even harder for her to cope with the trauma of war. Embrace partner SKILD is working hard to help Sara and other children with additional needs caught up in the conflict.

Ramy’s journey has been long and it continues today, but his story is one of the dedication and resilience of his family and the patient, steadfast care of staff at the Princess Basma Center.

VIDEO: Meet the children of the 'Best Steps Class', run by Embrace partner Tahaddi, and find out how lessons are adapted to support their special educational needs.

Amjad has motor developmental delay, meaning he has trouble controlling the movements in his body. The specialist disability care he receives at our partner The Four Homes of Mercy is helping him to strengthen his muscles.