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Palestinian Women Increase Incomes Through Gaza Cooperative

by Anera

February 5, 2018

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The Society of Rural Women Development, a women’s cooperative in Gaza, makes Palestinian foods like maftoul, kaek and pastries. 160 women were able to increase their income by 55%.

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