Volunteering with the Excellence Center in Hebron

I have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, and Public Policy. I was born in India and spent most of my life in the United States. I participated in the Volunteer and Study Arabic program at the Excellence Center.
At the Excellence Center I engaged in activities to teach students English, to learn Arabic, and to understand the culture and life here by visiting places, camps, and engaging with local community.
I found a lot of value in my Arabic lessons and I feel like I have a beginner level understanding of the language and will continue my studies to improve further.
I found the Excellence Center’s environment very conducive for learning, teaching, and with the most amazing leaders and staff.
In my time here I was able to visit the various factories for local crafts, the Old City, multiple refugee camps, holy/religious sites, and even a wedding.
During my time here I took trips to Bethlehem and Jerusalem.
I really enjoyed living in Hebron City, it is a full of the nicest people I have ever met.
During my whole time here I felt very safe in Hebron City and during my trips to other cities.
My favorite thing about Palestine is definitely the people – the kindest and most inviting.
I loved just walking down the street and random people invite me to sit for coffee or tea and just chatting away for hours.
I will definitely be back – it is great place to visit and volunteer opportunity full of beautiful people.
I highly recommend the Excellence Center to interested in this opportunity – The team here is amazing!