The internship at Go Palestine was truly a great experience. I learned a lot about the human rights situation in Palestine through the many conversations I had with students in my English conversation classes, but also through conversations with local activists and lawyers. The field visits to e.g. refugee camps and the city tours also contributed to gaining a full picture of the situation and now I'm leaving even speaking a few words in Arabic :). I appreciate the support of everybody at Go Palestine to make my experience such a memorable one!

The internship at Go Palestine was truly a great experience. I learned a lot about the human rights situation in Palestine through the many conversations I had with students in my English conversation classes, but also through conversations with local activists and lawyers. The field visits to e.g. refugee camps and the city tours also contributed to gaining a full picture of the situation and now I'm leaving even speaking a few words in Arabic :). I appreciate the support of everybody at Go Palestine to make my experience such a memorable one!

I was surprised by the level of depth that I was able to experience with learning about Palestinian culture, understanding the issues that locals face there, and visiting refugee camps in person to see for myself. Although I feel like my contribution with volunteering was just a small drop in a bucket, it was still great to get the sort of perspective that allowed me to share the word and let others know about the human rights issues here. I highly recommend every aspect of this program, from the camp visitation, classes, daily breakfast, host families, and even tours of the city.

I would like to thank our friends at GoPalestine for being so kind and attentive to our needs. They always answered our questions (and we had many!), provided us with amazing breakfast everyday and made us feel comfortable when we visited the refugee camps and town centers. They shared many of their experiences with us with humility and transparency, and never made us feel 'silly' for not knowing the most basic of things about their culture. I am leaving soon and am already missing this place and its people. I hope whoever reads this will be influenced to come!

It has been a great experience to visit Hebron. People are warm and kind. I have discovered many things about Palestine and its law system, visiting the Court of Bethlehem and Hebron. Everyone is available to help you. The room of the apartment where I have stayed was almost independent and big, and not so far away from the centre, so you can come by foot. Ask the family or at the centre to clean if it's not clean enough, they are gonna do it. In August, maybe it's too hot, so I recommend coming during spring or autumn.

I had an incredible time, I have tried to come for a while but had scheduling problems that they were always understanding of. I came for two weeks and saw many things. The locals were incredibly hospitable and I was often invited to stay at the homes of others. I would recommend others to research the weather beforehand, I am accustomed to Canada so struggled a bit with the heat. I wish I had come for longer but can hopefully return in winter. I definitely recommend studying a bit of Arabic prior to coming as locals are incredibly friendly.

This program gave me the opportunity to shadow an attorney and visit different courts in the West Bank. During the health and environment part of the program, I got to meet with relevant organizations like prisoners' rights groups, family planning centers, and environmental monitoring bodies. Alongside these activities, I studied Arabic and then got to practice it through immersion while living in Hebron. I also highly recommend exploring Hebron for its wonderful history and beautiful glasswork.

Hello, my name is Alex, and I'm from the United States. I had the privilege of participating in the Lawyers in Palestine program, where I spent an unforgettable month in Palestine. My time there was nothing short of incredible.

The people were overwhelmingly kind even in these hard times, always ready to lend a hand and make sure I was well taken care of, happy, and enjoying my experience. The hospitality here is unmatched. Throughout the program, every day was filled with new learning and adventures.

I met numerous lawyers, attended court sessions, and even visited hospitals and schools. I had the unique opportunity to sit in on a class at the College of Law at Hebron University, where I was able to engage with the Dean and other students. Beyond my academic experiences, the Go Palestine team organized excursions to Bethlehem, Nablus, Ramallah, and other smaller cities around Hebron. I also met with various human rights organizations that gave me valuable insights into the complexities of the Israeli occupation and Palestinian law. One of the things that stood out to me most was the legal system in Palestine.

There is such a fascinating and intricate mix of laws at play Israeli law, British Mandate law, Jordanian law, Sharia law, and civil law. It was eye-opening to see how all these different legal frameworks interact, and the Go Palestine program made sure I had the chance to meet experts from each area to understand how they shape the daily lives of Palestinians. Throughout my stay, I always felt safe.

Even when traveling through checkpoints, I was well-informed about the procedures and knew exactly what to expect. I would encourage everyone to visit Palestine, and if you're unsure about how to go about it, I highly recommend the Go Palestine program. They made me feel like family, and they will do the same for you.