I may starve to death before I am able to graduate in Gaza
Summary
Many students in Gaza are unable to take the important tawjihi exams due to ongoing conflict and unsafe conditions. This situation affects their ability to continue their education and impacts their future opportunities. The Palestinian Ministry of Education has made efforts to hold the exams, but conditions have repeatedly halted their plans.Key Facts
- The tawjihi is a critical secondary education exam in Palestine that influences future education and career paths.
- In Gaza, thousands of students have been unable to take the tawjihi for two years due to unsafe conditions.
- Around 31,000 students born in 2006 and about 40,000 students born in 2007 are affected in Gaza.
- The Ministry of Education has attempted to conduct the exams but postponed them several times because of the conflict.
- Online exams went ahead for some students born in 2005, but many in Gaza are still waiting for their turn.
- Gaza students face severe challenges, including schools turning into shelters and damage due to Israeli airstrikes.
- Education initiatives have been attempted, with some university education continuing online in Gaza.
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