Despite a Blue Chip Education, Unemployed and Desperate in Palestine
After earning a bachelor’s degree at an American college campus in Jerusalem and then a master’s degree in London, a young Palestinian returns home to discover her degrees aren’t valued.
Arab Business Schools Seek a Better Return on Their Investment
Middle Eastern business-school leaders said at a regional summit that they needed to strengthen their impact in the region, through both education and research.
Fewer Syrians in Lebanon Are Reaching Universities
Syrian refugee students face obstacles at every level of Lebanese education, and many are dropping out from education altogether.
In Iraq, Hunger for Jobs Collides With a Government That Can’t Provide Them
Protests in Iraq expressing widespread discontent with high unemployment, low living standards and corruption have met with live ammunition.
Programs Help High School Students Find the Right Academic Path
Initiatives in Jordan and Lebanon help high school students find a focus for their university studies that is a good fit for them.
Turkey Becomes a Test Case for Including Refugees in Its Economy
The country with the largest economy in the Middle East and the most Syrian refugees is seeking to find a place for them in its business landscape.
Survey Finds Modest Gains in Support for Arab Women’s Rights
In two new reports, the Arab Barometer finds gradually shifting attitudes on women’s place in society and broad disillusionment among young people.
Egypt’s Doctors are Fleeing, Leaving Behind a Physician Shortage
An increased number of Egyptian doctors are fleeing the country to work abroad, saying they are tired of low salaries, poor facilities and an unsafe working environment.
Graduates of Egyptian Vocational Programs Find Job Prospects Slim
Workers report unsafe conditions, low pay, and few protections, despite hopes for a better future through these programs.
Professors’ Strike at Lebanon’s Only Public University Reveals Social and Economic Gaps
Professors at Lebanese University have been on strike for almost two months, saying it is their only possible political weapon to wring much-needed resources from the government.
