Human Initiative Indonesia's Activism in Delivering Humanitarian Assistance to Conflict Victims in Palestine

Abstract

This study examines the activism of Human Initiative Indonesia in providing humanitarian aid to conflict victims in Palestine, particularly after the October 7, 2023 attack. Using a descriptive qualitative method and a phenomenological approach, this research aims to understand the meaning and experiences related to the implementation of Human Initiative's transnational advocacy network. The Global Civil Society theory serves as the main analytical framework to explain the role of global civil society in mobilizing solidarity, advocacy, and cross-border humanitarian aid. This study explores Human Initiative’s (HI) role in building transnational networks to strengthen humanitarian response, especially in Palestine. HI collaborates with the government, IHA, and international organizations to ensure effective and well-targeted assistance. Aid is distributed to various affected areas in Gaza through food distribution, medical services, sanitation, and psychosocial support. Sustainable programs such as Palestine 100 Days and Palestine 300 Days reinforce HI’s commitment to supporting the Palestinian community. This study demonstrates that the transnational networks established by HI enhance the effectiveness of aid and global solidarity in addressing humanitarian crises.