Our mission
We have so far supported Bashar to secure offers on Masters courses in the UK and Ireland. We have funds and expertise in place to pay for his tuition fees, secure his accommodation, and liaise with university and government authorities. We are working with Bashar to explore all potential scholarships and bursaries that might reduce the funds required.
We are committed to staying in contact with Bashar throughout the process and providing him with ongoing practical, and moral, support whilst we seek to finalise the arrangements for him to leave Gaza and take up his University place.
Bashar’s longer term hope is to assist in the restoration and rebuilding of Gaza after the war. A postgraduate degree from an internationally recognised university will enable him to build a career and make a new life for his family and give his children opportunities to learn, grow and develop in safety.
We wish to support Bashar to gain the skills to provide for his family and one day, contribute to rebuilding his homeland.
Project costs
The project costs are significant - estimated at approximately £40,000.
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Fees vary between courses; £19,500 will likely cover the cost of whichever course Bashar takes up.
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The figure of £18,500 is based on university estimates and covers accommodation and daily living costs including bills, food and study materials.
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This figure includes likely additional costs such as health insurance and visa fees.
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Currently travel out of Gaza is only possible by diplomatic evacuation. We do not know what the situation in the country will be by the time Bashar is due to travel.