Description of the program
The women’s rights in Palestine program is based on launching campaigns and organizing awareness meetings on women’s rights, international conventions and law by focusing on combating discriminatory practices against women that continue to be covered by cultural values, customs or the rule of law.
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The women’s rights in Palestine program raises awareness about the fact that the implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women, and the amendment of unfair laws alone, cannot guarantee the desired results for the empowerment of women. This program is tailored for college and university students who are looking to understand the women’s rights situation in Palestine.
Training and education is one of the main activities of the women’s rights program that aims at enriching knowledge about ??women’s rights and gender equality. Promoting a culture of women’s rights will empower women in Palestine in all spheres of life, including, but not limited to, their participation in decision-making in the family, workplace and the political sphere and women will be safe from violence, exploitation and discrimination.
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The benefits of The program
By participating in this program, you will receive the following:
- You will attend an intensive hours of Arabic course, all needed materials will be provided.
- The program includes a meeting with Palestinian women who work at institutions dealing with the rights of Palestinian women in the city of Hebron. There, you will hear their stories and be given the opportunity to ask questions and a translator will be provided to assist in making your visit more informative.
- You will be visiting local sites in the city of Hebron, where you get the chance to get to know the rich history of the city and to know more about the culture of Palestinian people.
- You will be organizing workshops and training about women’s rights in international law to our students and those who want to join to inform themselves about these issues and raise awareness of the rights that the women in Palestine have and how to protect these rights from violations. Don’t worry, our staff will helping you in achieving this goal.
- You will participate in various educational and social activities the center organizes for the community in Hebron. You will participate in organizing, implementing and participating in fun activities as well as engaging in the English classes by helping our teachers with conversational sessions.
- You will be asked to write an article about your experiences in Hebron.
- You will live either with a host family or in a shared flat.
- You will be provided a daily Palestinian breakfast.
- By the end of the program, you will get a participation certificate and a letter of recommendation from us.
Who can apply?
The women’s rights in Palestine program is open to all people between 18 – 70 years of age. All nationalities and professional backgrounds are welcome to join this program. The program doesn’t require any specific degree or experience, the only requirement is your interest in this experience. Women’s rights’ activities as well as students who study human rights, women’s rights, or Middle Eastern studies and all related majors are encouraged to participate.
This program is flexible. How?
The women’s rights in Palestine program has no deadline which means that you can apply to the program year-around. In addition, you are allowed to choose you to start and ending date. The minimum period of participation is one week up to three months.
The program’s fees
Do I need a visa to enter Palestine?
The Palestinian Authority is not responsible as Palestine has no control over the state borders of Israel. The Israeli government however requires a visa for you to enter Israel and its authorities are responsible for providing you with a visa, either upon your arrival, or through its embassies/consulates prior to your visit.
Visas are routinely granted upon arrival at Ben Gurion Airport (Tel Aviv) if you are a citizen of an exempted country, or at the Allenby-King Hussein Bridge Israel-Jordan border crossing. Tourist visas are valid for 90 days; most Americans and Europeans are issued three-month visas upon arrival and clearing customs.
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What Our Participants Say?
I think that it is wonderful for the Palestinian Center to provide English classes for girls as it encourages future women of Palestinian society to invest in their education and to recognise their worth as equal contributors.
Amber lewis - Australia
Volunteer with Palestinian ChildrenAs a circus artist i had the chance to come around Hebron and the small villages around it and make shows and workshop for many children. I always had somebody from Palestinian center with me and felt useful and safe. I would not have the chance to do it on my own!
Marek Magierecki - Denmark
Volunteer with Palestinian RefugeesThe Law Program truly opened my eyes to what life is like under the occupation and how Palestinian law operates underneath Israel’s control. I was able to meet with many different lawyers, go to court, attend classes in the College of Law at the University of Hebron, and meet with many different human rights organizations.
Riley Realing - USA
Lawyers in Palestine ProgramSome of the activities I engaged in included: teaching English, visiting the Hebron glass factory, the Hirabaw scarf factory and the Old Town garden area. In addition, I started learning the Palestinian dialect of Arabic and we handed out dates to the locals during the early days of Ramadan. I felt totally safe in Hebron, I walked just about everywhere and the weather was moderate and the food is amazing, especially the chicken shawarma and falafel. I had a really good experience and would love to visit again. GO PALESTINE!!! Thank you.
Lamont Handy - USA
Volunteer in the West BankDuring my three weeks there, I mainly taught English in some villages and in Hebron. The children and teenagers were very welcoming and eager to learn. I enjoyed teaching basic English to children in Seera (Dura) and in Soureef. I also had great Arabic lessons with Nadine; she is very sweet, motivating, patient, and she explains the concepts clearly! I have learnt some basic Arabic and I hope to keep on studying this beautiful language. The Center’s environment is good: the staff is always available and helpful, the teachers are kind and talkative.
Joëlle Morard - Switzerland
Teach English in PalestineI volunteered as a football coach at the Fawwar Refugee camp just outside of Hebron. I coached two groups of boys from the ages of six to sixteen years of age from the local school. I never had any worries about personal safety and found that these concerns have no place in Palestinian society.
Mark Daly - The United Kingdom
Volunteer with the Palestinian RefugeesTraveling solo to Palestine
Traveling to Palestine, whether with someone or alone, is an interesting and once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Safety is always a concern, but with common sense and planning, your travel can be enjoyable, fun, and worry-free, as well as save you money.
People in Palestine are very friendly, and enthusiastic and eager in helping and talking to people from different cultures and countries.The opportunities to interact with internationals will make a Palestinian’s day, and, in turn, this will make your trip more enjoyable and interesting. If you are traveling alone, your solitariness will make you more approachable than if you are travelling as a group member.
Do not let your fears and apprehensions paralyze you and rob you of the adventure of a lifetime. Come to Palestine as a solitary traveler and experience its fascinations and beauties. It has been said that “the world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page”. Allow yourself to read the whole book – a book you will never forget!
How to apply or get any additional information?
Please send an email to Mr. Mutaz Tamimi, at info@palestineinternships.org. Please type “Women’s Rights in Palestine Program” in the subject line. In the body of the email tell us of your interest, ask any questions you may have, and request an application. Very shortly we will reply to you.
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