29 Jul 2025
Gaza is in the grips of a severe water crisis, with over 85% of its water and sanitation facilities damaged or destroyed by conflict and blockade. This dire situation has left countless families without access to clean, safe drinking water.
Gaza is facing an acute water crisis due to the blockade since October 2023, and the widespread destruction of its water infrastructure during the war. In March 2025, the Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics and the Water Authority reported that over 85% of water and sanitation facilities in Gaza were either completely or partially out of service.
Photo credits: © 2025 UNRWA photo Forcibly displaced people in an UNRWA school in Gaza City receive water from UNRWA amid a severe lack of basic supplies including food and water, the Gaza Strip, June 2025.
The Switchers initiative, partnered with the AMWAJ Alliance to launch a critical fundraiser under its Istidama campaign to support The Switcher Salah al-Sadi, founder of Blue Filter. Blue Filter is a Gaza-based enterprise and a dedicated member of the Switchers community since 2021.
Blue Filter is on a mission to provide innovative, sustainable solutions to Gaza’s water situation. They produce water purification systems using natural, plant-based materials, offering a lifeline of clean drinking water to thousands of displaced and vulnerable people. As Salah al-Sadi himself articulates,
"In the face of adversity, innovation becomes our most powerful tool for survival and dignity. We are not just filtering water; we are filtering hope back into the lives of our people."
Between March and May 2025, the AMWAJ Alliance successfully raised €1,050.31 to bolster Blue Filter’s vital work. These funds will be directly utilized to:
- Transport and distribute filtered drinking water to areas where water systems have collapsed.
- Provide basic water storage containers for families residing in temporary shelters.
- Cover essential logistical costs to ensure safe and efficient delivery amidst ongoing restrictions.
The efforts of Salah al-Sadi and Blue Filter exemplify the profound impact green entrepreneurship can have in addressing critical environmental and humanitarian challenges. The Switchers initiative, actively supports green entrepreneurs across the Mediterranean, recognizing their pivotal role in building a sustainable future.
This free of charge support includes providing enhanced online visibility through two dedicated platforms: theswitchers.eu, which showcases the inspiring work of these innovators, and theswitchers.org, an online platform for sustainable products. Furthermore, MedWaves assists these entrepreneurs in accessing new markets, helping their eco-friendly solutions reach a wider audience and create even greater impact.
You can still support Blue Filter with their fundraising campaign on GoFund.me