Nearly 40% of university graduates in the West Bank are unemployed, raising serious questions about the value of higher education in a collapsing job market.
"A degree used to be a ticket to a better life. Now it feels like a burden," said one recent graduate, echoing a sentiment shared by many.
The economic downturn, exacerbated by political instability and restrictions on movement, has left thousands of young Palestinians unable to find work in their fields. Many are forced to take jobs far below their qualifications or leave the region entirely.
Experts warn that the crisis could have long-term social and economic consequences, as a generation of educated youth faces diminished opportunities.