‘My studies, my life’: War leaves Gaza students hungry and out of school
Summary
The ongoing conflict in Gaza has severely affected education, leaving students like Maha Ali and Yasmine al-Za’aneen struggling to find food and shelter. Many schools and universities have been destroyed, impacting nearly all educational institutions in the area. Students face significant challenges as they cannot continue their education and have lost much of their learning materials.Key Facts
- Maha Ali and other students in Gaza are focusing on finding food due to the ongoing conflict.
- The Islamic University in Gaza, where Ali studied, is now a shelter for displaced people.
- Over 61,000 people have died in Gaza due to the conflict, according to local health authorities.
- Nearly all schools and universities in Gaza have been damaged, with 293 out of 307 schools partially or completely destroyed.
- 97% of educational facilities in Gaza need major repairs or reconstruction to function again.
- Restrictions by Israeli authorities limit the entry of educational supplies into Gaza.
- Students like Saja Adwan have lost their study materials due to the destruction of educational buildings.
- The United Nations and local officials claim the destruction of educational infrastructure is systematic.
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