I was interested in visiting Palestine and found the Palestinian Center whilst searching for relevant programs. The program includes visits to the Old City, to Al-Fawwar camp, to various human rights organizations, to the court, and meetings with lawyers and human rights activists. We organized a workshop and facilitated a group discussion with law undergraduates from Hebron University.
The Palestinian legal system is complex and fascinating. Under occupation and in the absence of a legislative council, the resilience and innovativeness of legal practitioners is commendable. I was fortunate to meet people with bright ideas for improving Palestinian society.
Hebronite society is close-knit and welcoming, so it is easy to feel at home. I will have fond memories of many people, the streets and the food. Generally, I found Hebron to be safe. There is some level of street harassment, especially if you are a foreign female, but it is limited. The locals are very helpful, so if you encounter difficulties, don’t hesitate to check in with somebody.
Hebron is a really interesting city! I would recommend you to visit Palestine, and particularly Hebron, to see for yourself how the society here works.
How to apply or ask for additional information?
To apply to any of our programs: Please email Mr. Tamimi at info@gopalestine.org. Please type the name of the chosen program in the subject line. We will then contact you back!