How Do Gazans Manage Remote Work During Times of War?
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?? Innovation and Creativity Know no Bounds ??
Despite the challenges of an ongoing war against them, Gazans show remarkable determination and resilience, utilizing all available resources to adapt to remote work. From utilizing solar panels and eSIM chips during power outages to crafting shelters from cans, their creativity shines. Individuals like 'Hussam Al Attar' illuminate tents with basic electronic components, providing essential light while simple machines handle tasks like water pumping, ensuring access to critical resources.
Their determination and resilience remain unwavering, echoing their love for life.
?? eSIM Cards: A Final Attempt to Connect with the Outside World ??
Palestinians rely on donated eSIM cards to maintain communication with the outside world. These eSIMs, available as an alternative to physical SIM cards in newer smartphones, provide access to wireless networks. Activists collect donated eSIMs globally, often through initiatives like "Connecting Gaza." They also purchase eSIMs from international carriers to distribute among individuals in Gaza, who can then use them to share additional eSIMs as Wi-Fi hotspots. However, eSIMs pose challenges as they are incompatible with older phones.
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?? Solar Panels: Shedding Light on Remote Work ??
Since October 7th, 2023, Gaza has been plunged into complete darkness, disconnecting communication with the world. Despite enduring a 17-year siege where Israel controls electricity, Gazans have embraced solar energy, enabling remote work despite the circumstances. Unfortunately, the $11.2 million Solar Energy Project lost 5,000 of its 21,000 solar panels in the 2021 war due to Israeli bombing. The extent of the damage remains unknown since October 7th, underscoring the need for substantial assistance in Gaza's infrastructure reconstruction.
Abdul Salam Dawood, a Gaza Sky Geeks community member and multimedia specialist, shares his story. Despite facing displacement multiple times and losing contact with his clients on freelancing platforms like Fiverr, Upwork, and Mostaql, from companies in the Arab Gulf and Turkey. Abdul Salam recalls his struggles with internet access after settling in a new location earlier this year. He resorted to purchasing a costly solar panel from Rafah, due to unreliable street internet, allowing him to reconnect with some clients but limiting his work to 4-5 hours daily. Unfortunately, his generator was destroyed in February, prompting him to search for a new workspace. He found a crowded café (50-60 people).?
Gazans' determination to continue working despite adversity is inspiring. Let's come together to support their innovative resilience.
How you can show your support for Gazans? tech talent who struggling to survive :
#GazaResilience #RemoteWork #Innovation ???
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5 个月It must be extremely difficult!