Degree but no job: The battle against unemployment in Gaza
Summary
Many university graduates in Gaza struggle to find jobs due to the ongoing war, economic hardship, and Israel’s blockade. Unemployment in Gaza is very high, causing severe poverty and forcing people to accept any available work to support their families.Key Facts
- Around 80% of Palestinians in Gaza do not have jobs.
- The war that began in October 2023 has caused Gaza’s economy to shrink by more than 82%.
- Over 73,000 Palestinians have been killed in the conflict.
- Israel’s blockade of Gaza has lasted since 2007, restricting movement and trade.
- More than 80% of people in Gaza now rely on humanitarian aid to survive.
- Many graduates, including those with degrees in English and engineering, apply for jobs outside their fields because they need any income.
- Electricity cuts, poor internet access, and restrictions on movement make job searching very hard.
- Long-term unemployment leads to loss of skills and increases poverty and social problems in Gaza.
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