The blockade of Gaza imposed by Israel since June 2007 has effectively dismantled the economy and plunged Gazans into a dire and prolonged humanitarian crisis. Closed crossings mean no imports and exports - reducing the availability of vital supplies such as food, medicine, fuel and spare parts for vital machinery. Movement in and out of Gaza is all but impossible and water, sewage treatment, and basic healthcare can no longer be taken for granted.

‘Justice and Dignity for all’ is the plea this Human Rights Day, December 10. Meet Nabil – a fisherman and Hamdi, a farmer from Gaza – both struggle to work and support their families because of injustice and conflict. All over the world millions like them simply want the opportunity to live in peace and dignity – will you stand beside them? Photos and text by Sarah Malian.