• The center assists the volunteers with transportation to the center in Hebron after arrival, either by public transportation or by arranging a private taxi from Ben Gurion Airport to the center.
  • The center’s team will welcome the new volunteers on the first day and help them get to their accommodation in Hebron (either in an apartment or with a host family).
  • The volunteer’s day off is on Friday and Saturday each week.
  • During the weekend, the center can assist the volunteers in visiting other cities in Palestine.
  • Breakfast is served daily at the center starting at 9:00 or 10:00 AM.

Week 1 for the Volunteer:

  • The volunteer receives Arabic lessons in the morning.
  • Write a reflection on the motivation for coming to Palestine and choosing this program.
  • Visit historical sites in Hebron to understand the reality, history, and suffering due to the occupation, including the Old City and the Ibrahimi Mosque.

Week 2 & 3 for the Volunteer:

  • The volunteer will receive a comprehensive presentation on the reality of human rights in Palestine, particularly in Hebron and the manifestations of Israeli occupation.
  • The center organizes introductory visits and meetings with human rights activists.
  • The center arranges visits to human rights and governmental institutions in Palestine.
  • The volunteer will visit different locations to understand the suffering of Palestinians due to the Israeli occupation.

Week 3 for the Volunteer:

  • The volunteer engages in the center’s community activities, such as teaching English lessons to students, conducting workshops for university students, and writing articles about Palestine.

Week 4 for the Volunteer:

  • The volunteer participates in the center’s weekly dinner with all volunteers and students.
  • The volunteer receives a certificate from the center at the end of the program, during a friendly farewell gathering with the center’s team and other volunteers.
  • The center helps the volunteer return to the airport after the volunteer period, either by public transportation or with a private taxi to save time and effort.
  • The center’s team is always ready to assist the volunteer to ensure their safety and comfort throughout their time in Palestine.

Sample weekly plan for the Human Rights Volunteer Program

Day9:00 – 10:00 AM10:00 – 1:00 PM1:00 – 3:00 PMAfternoon ActivitiesEvening Activities
SundayBreakfastArabic LessonFree TimeVisit to historical sites in Hebron (e.g., Old City, Ibrahimi Mosque)Group Discussion on Human Rights
MondayBreakfastHuman Rights PresentationVisit to a local human rights organizationFree Time / StudySocialize with other volunteers
TuesdayBreakfastArabic LessonFree TimeVisit to a Palestinian government office / Rights organizationCommunity Workshop
WednesdayBreakfastHuman Rights LectureVisit to refugee campEngage with human rights activists and refugeesGroup Dinner with volunteers
ThursdayBreakfastArabic LessonFree TimeVisit to a site affected by Israeli occupationCommunity Workshop
FridayFree DayFree DayFree DayWeekend Trip to another Palestinian cityRelax / Explore local culture
SaturdayFree DayFree DayFree DayOptional visit to other local cities or communitiesPrepare for next week’s activities

This schedule provides a mix of educational activities (Arabic lessons, human rights presentations), cultural exploration (visits to historical sites and local communities), and community engagement (workshops and volunteer activities).