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“After one day of your trip, I felt like I had never been to Israel before, and I am considered a professional Israel expert who travels to Israel several times a year.”
– Senior Federation Executive
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Examine the social and ideological realities of contemporary Palestinian life.
Learn, through personal encounters, about key challenges facing Palestinians.
Discover steps that grassroots, non-violent activists are taking to meet them.
Go beyond newspaper headlines and television sound bites to learn what leaders and civilians are saying on the ground.
This program does not represent a particular political perspective.
We offer participants the opportunity to listen to Palestinian narratives and claims so they can be informed and constructive agents of change in transforming the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
The program includes:
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Presentations by respected Palestinian leaders examining both personal and political issues related to Palestinian life and narrative.
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Meetings with prominent Palestinian activists dedicated to non-violence.
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Walking tours of important geographic areas.
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Optional home stays with Palestinian families.
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Confidential, facilitated dialogue within the Jewish group.
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Kosher food available and several davening options.
The program will take place in Bethlehem, Beit Sahour, and surrounding areas within 15 minutes of Jerusalem. Click here for a sample itinerary of this trip.
The mandatory orientation for this trip will be on Sunday, December 23rd from 7pm-9:30pm in Jerusalem and the mandatory debriefing on Sunday, December 30th from 7pm-9pm in Jerusalem.
Cost: The cost for professionals is $600 and for students is $250, all inclusive. Generous scholarships are available.
Space is limited. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Click here to apply online.
For more information please email info@encounterprograms.org.
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