Feeling part of a big family

From the very beginning, I felt part of a big family. Not only with the people running the Center, but also with the teachers and fellow volunteers. New volunteers arrive every week, and it is wonderful how quickly meaningful connections are formed. There is a strong sense of safety and unity, all driven by the shared dream of the pursuit of human rights for everyone.

This experience offers a rare opportunity to understand life in the West Bank from a deep inner perspective. You engage directly with families, schools, and refugee camps. In particular, the refugee camp program focuses on the history and daily lives of children and families living there. Volunteers have the chance to teach English, play games, support research on the camp, and bring joy through music and play. As a researcher in agriculture and food security, I chose this program to grow professionally by learning a new language and gaining valuable field experience in a camp setting.

One meaningful aspects of the program is how the Center tailors each experience to your background, interests, and learning goals. In my case, we introduced musical instruments and began planning music classes for the future in the refugee camp.
Also, you will have the chance to learn and share your life path with the other volunteers.

Beyond your chosen program, being part of the Center allows you to explore many different realities. You visit human rights organizations, factories and artisans, agricultural facilities, and experience local art, music, and food. This gives you a deeper understanding of how life is organized and managed within the unique and complex context of the West Bank.

As a volunteer, you live in a shared house with others, which creates incredibly strong bonds between people, stories, and passions.

I would highly recommend this program to young graduates and professionals interested in working in the field of human rights, but also to anyone who wants to build a future centered on helping others.