Dana Shabat

Dana Shabat is an 18-year-old high school student in the Gaza Strip. She is currently navigating the critical period of her final high school exams. The ongoing conflict in Gaza has severely impacted educational infrastructure, with most schools destroyed. Despite these challenging circumstances, Dana is determined to complete her education. She faces significant obstacles, including having to walk an hour daily to reach a cafe where she can take her exams online. Her study environment is also difficult, as she prepares for exams by flashlight in a tent. Dana Shabat's story highlights the resilience of students in Gaza striving for a future amidst widespread destruction and displacement caused by the war.