Dochas

Overview

The Irish Network for International Development and Humanitarian Organisations Dóchas is the association of Irish Non-Governmental Development Organisations. The purpose of Dóchas is to enhance Ireland's contribution to world development. by leading the Development sector towards high standards of practice;  being an independent representative voice of Ireland's Development sector, in order to influence public debate and decision-making in Ireland and the European Union

Dóchas Call for Ceasefire in Gaza Crisis, calls on all Heads of State, the UN Security Council, and actors on the ground, to prioritize the preservation of human life above all else.

And call on all parties to unconditionally;

1. Facilitate the delivery of lifesaving assistance, including food, medical supplies, fuel, and the resumption of electricity and internet to Gaza, in addition to safe passage of humanitarian and medical staff
2. Free all civilian hostages, especially children and elderly
3. Allow humanitarian convoys to reach UN facilities, schools, hospitals, and health facilities in northern Gaza and commit to protecting them along with the civilians and staff inside them at all times
4. Rescind orders by the Government of Israel for civilians to depart northern Gaza
5. Allow patients in critical condition to be medically evacuated for urgent care