Programs

Conference on Rebuilding Higher Education in Gaza

The College of Public Policy at Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), in collaboration with several international institutions, is organizing a conference focused on the critical task of rebuilding higher education in Gaza. This event aims to address the extensive damage to educational infrastructure and systems following recent conflicts, which have led to a collapse of essential services. The conference will bring together leaders from Gaza's higher education sector with international experts, academics, and organizations to discuss immediate and long-term needs, challenges, and strategies for recovery. Reconstruction of higher education in Gaza is considered vital for the socio-economic recovery of the region, peacebuilding efforts, and the preservation of Palestinian culture and identity. The conference will delve into the financial requirements, the role of international support, and global best practices in post-conflict educational reconstruction. It will also explore the specific needs of women in Gaza and ensure equitable access to education during the rebuilding process. The conference will facilitate dialogue based on recent research, including needs assessments and analyses of financial aid flows to higher education in Palestine. It seeks to inform strategies for international support and ensure that reconstruction efforts are aligned with the priorities of Gaza's academic community, learning from past experiences to avoid donor-driven agendas.