Overview

• Rachel Accurso, known as Ms. Rachel, defended her humanitarian efforts for Gaza’s children in interviews with Zeteo, Rolling Stone, and NBC News on May 12, 2025.
• She reiterated her belief that advocating for children facing malnutrition, trauma, and displacement is a moral obligation, stating, 'It should be controversial to not say anything.'
• Accurso has faced harassment and accusations of antisemitism for fundraising and raising awareness for Palestinian children, but she firmly rejects these claims, emphasizing her care for all children regardless of nationality or religion.
• Pro-Israel group StopAntisemitism recently petitioned the Department of Justice to investigate her activities for potential foreign-agent violations, though the DOJ has not launched an investigation.
• Her background in early childhood education informs her concern about the developmental impact of trauma and malnutrition on young children in conflict zones.