Healing Ink Program Offers Therapeutic Tattoos to Gaza Hostage and Survivors of October 7 Attack
Former Gaza hostage, October 7 survivors receive therapeutic Healing Ink tattoos
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Former Gaza hostage Guy Gilboa-Dalal and other survivors of the October 7 Hamas attack received therapeutic tattoos through the Healing Ink program, aimed at helping them reclaim their identities and cope with trauma. The initiative transforms painful memories into meaningful art.
- 01The Healing Ink program, created by Art Over Hate, helps survivors of terrorist attacks reclaim their identities through tattooing.
- 02Participants include those physically wounded during the October 7 massacre and individuals suffering from psychological trauma.
- 03Itamar Gilead, a survivor who fought off a terrorist, hopes tattoo therapy will help him move beyond his survival instincts.
- 04Alon Kuli, a police officer affected by secondary PTSD, was among the first responders at the massacre.
- 05Guy Gilboa-Dalal's tattoo was inspired by a song that provided him hope during his 737-day captivity.
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On Friday, former Gaza hostage Guy Gilboa-Dalal and other survivors of the October 7 Hamas massacre participated in the Healing Ink program, which provides therapeutic tattoos to help individuals reclaim their identities. This initiative, founded by the nonprofit Art Over Hate, aims to empower survivors by transforming painful experiences into meaningful art. Ben Gida, owner of Gida Tattoo Studio, emphasized that tattoos can turn unwanted scars into symbols of personal power and identity. Among the participants was Itamar Gilead, who bravely fought off a terrorist during the attack, and Alon Kuli, a police officer suffering from secondary PTSD after responding to the massacre. The event also highlighted the emotional journey of Guy Gilboa-Dalal, who was inspired by his brother's tattoo, which referenced a hopeful song sent during his captivity. The Healing Ink program serves as a therapeutic outlet, allowing survivors to process their trauma and regain a sense of control over their lives.
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The Healing Ink program provides emotional and psychological support to survivors of the October 7 attack, aiding in their recovery.
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