The Islamic Women's Council of New Zealand is calling for the international community to find a resolution in this conflict in Gaza which will uphold the human rights of everyone involved.
On Saturday, the Hamas militant group launched a surprise attack on Israel - a move which has descended the region into an all-out war.
Israel's military has retaliated with violent air assaults, and called up an unprecedented 300-thousand reservists.
The council's national coordinator, Aliya Danzeisen told Charlotte Cook it's a tragic situation - and one which international leaders need to put a stop to.
