Moiras Garden

Childrens games reflect the world they live in. In Gaza, their games are a mirror of the violent world around them, but Australian Moira Kelly wants to build a garden there that will give kids a safe place to play.

Kelly applied for, and was granted 12 000 sqm of land in the Gaza strip where she will build "Moira's Garden" over the next 3-4 years at a cost of $5 million.

She believes giving children a safe place to play is important in any part of the world, but in Gaza, a place for kids to escape the dangers surrounding them so they can just go and play without fear is essential. After all, "children will always be children, no matter where they're from." she said.



Loay is now blind after being struck by a missile



In most gardens in the world, stepping in dog poo or tripping over a stick are the biggest dangers, but in Gaza, the stakes are much higher. Loay is 10-years-old and was playing outside with friends when they were struck by a missile. Loay suffered severe facial injuries which left him blind. He is now unable to do things for himself and can no longer play with his brother. He is angry, tearful and has started wetting the bed.

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In a world where children are afraid of being hit by missiles while they play, "Moira's Garden" will offer something every child should have,

a safe place to play.