Gaza’s UNRWA schools are classrooms by day, displacement shelters at night
Summary
Schools in Gaza, damaged by ongoing conflicts, are reopening for education while also serving as shelters for displaced families. The UN agency UNRWA is working to provide education for students and is adapting its schools to support both learning and housing needs. Children in Gaza face severe challenges, including disrupted education and trauma from the conflict.Key Facts
- Gaza's schools have been damaged by ongoing conflicts with Israel.
- The UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) is reopening schools while they continue to serve as shelters.
- More than 300,000 UNRWA students have missed formal schooling since October 2023.
- About 97% of UNRWA's school buildings are damaged or destroyed.
- UNRWA aims to provide face-to-face education for over 62,000 students and online learning for 300,000 students.
- Displaced families share classroom space, prioritizing education despite living conditions.
- UNICEF reports that over 64,000 children have been killed or injured, and many face severe trauma.
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