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oPt: Left to carry households alone: War and the rise of women-headed households in Gaza
Summary by Christgiving Editorial Desk UN Women , as published by ReliefWeb
· September 8, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The estimated number of households headed by women is around 86,290, roughly double the pre-October 2023 rate.
A significant shift in household dynamics has occurred, with women taking on more responsibilities. Nearly a quarter of households are now headed by women, a substantial increase from previous rates. This change is attributed to a rise in women becoming primary supporters of their households.
Further information is available from a UN Women analysis, which provides more details on this trend. The analysis considers various circumstances, including women caring for injured or disabled husbands. The estimated number of households headed by women is around 86,290, roughly double the pre-October 2023 rate.
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Category: disaster Published: September 8, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 1 min
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