Educide Amid Conflict: The Struggle of the Palestinian Education System

This paper aims to examine the devastating effects of the ongoing conflict in Gaza on its education
system, a phenomenon termed “Educide”. The study documents the systematic destruction of educational
infrastructure, including schools and universities, as well as the targeted killing of students and educators, which
impedes current and future access to education. The paper argues that this deliberate dismantling of Gaza’s
educational institutions aims to erase Palestinian culture, identity and resilience, thus hindering any prospects
for SDG4. The authors emphasize the urgent need for international accountability and support to rebuild Gaza’s
education sector, preserving its role in societal development, identity preservation and human rights.