
| UNRWA organizes technology fair showcasing student innovations


| 23 May 2013
 "I am so happy! It is exciting to have achieved so much, and be appreciated for my innovation and creativity”, said Rawan Basilah from the UNRWA Hebron Basic Girls’ School. |

|

| Japan funds UNRWA University Scholarship Programme


| 22 May 2013
 A celebration was held yesterday to highlight the achievements of UNRWA’s Japanese-funded University Scholarship Programme for Palestine refugee students. |

|

| In Lebanon, Palestine refugee children from Syria in UNRWA schools receive school bags, clothing from UNICEF

| 22 May 2013
 Around 3,400 Palestine refugee children from Syria now continuing their education in UNRWA schools in Lebanon received school uniforms, school bags and clothing vouchers from UNICEF. |

|

| UNRWA students in Syria continue education despite violence


| 20 May 2013
 In the midst of conflict, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) is doing its best to support the continued education of students in Syria. |

|

| Bold Colours: In cooperation with JICA volunteers, Amman exhibit showcases UNRWA students’ artwork


| 17 May 2013
 Bold colours and unique art techniques have been luring crowds to Al-Thakafa Street, in Amman, Jordan, where a quaint art gallery housed “Our Paintings,” the 2nd exhibition organized by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA). |

|

| Protect our children’s future by protecting UNRWA schools

| 08 May 2013
 Education is the basis of human development and is particularly important for vulnerable refugee communities for whom education offers life changing opportunities. This is why UNRWA invests more than half of its budget on the education of Palestinian refugees, giving them the tools to improve their lot and aspire for a better future. |

|

| In Syria, educating students a priority

| 30 April 2013
 Now in its third year, the conflict in Syria has had a severe impact on children’s social, psychological, and physical well-being. The dangers inherent in travelling in war-torn areas has have meant that thousands of youth are denied access to education. |

|

| UNRWA students receive top prizes in international robotics challenge


| 25 April 2013
 UNRWA school in the West Bank receives first prize for team work and second prize for their robot in an international robotics challenge. |

|

| Russia donates US$ 2 million to UNRWA


| 22 April 2013
 For the first time, Russia has contributed US$ 2 million to the General Fund of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA). The funds will go towards supporting UNRWA health, education and social services programmes |

|

| UNRWA a key regional player in education development

| 02 April 2013
 The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) contributed this week to two high-level regional education meetings in Amman, reaffirming its leading role in and engagement with regional dialogue on reforming education systems. |

|