Nisreen Skaik, an 11-year-old Palestinian girl from Gaza, has reached the final round of the Digital Creator Awards 2026, bringing a moment of happiness to her family after months of documenting life during the war.
A video shared by her family shows Nisreen crying with joy as she receives the news. Her relatives gather around her to celebrate the achievement, with smiles, tears and hugs capturing the emotional moment.
Nisreen has used social media, particularly Instagram, to share videos showing the daily struggles of children and families in Gaza. Her content captures the challenges people face amid destruction, displacement and shortages of basic necessities, while also showing how they try to continue their lives despite difficult conditions.
Her work has reached a large audience online, with one of her videos reportedly receiving more than 36 million views. Her growing following has helped bring personal stories from Gaza to people in different parts of the world.
Nisreen is among eight finalists in the junior category of this year’s awards. The competition features digital creators from different countries and recognises content across various fields.
The final awards ceremony is scheduled to take place in Doha, Qatar, on December 12, 2026. Nisreen’s selection has brought international attention to the young creator and the stories she shares about life in Gaza.

