Engaging in volunteer work in Palestine in 2024/2025 offers a distinctive and motivational experience for individuals eager to contribute to the well-being of the Palestinian community. Volunteering in Palestine provides a chance to immerse yourself in Palestinian culture, reside with a local Palestinian family, acquire knowledge of Arabic, offer conversational English lessons, and explore the diverse landscapes and historical sites throughout the region. Whether for a week or up to three months, you can choose to volunteer in Palestine at any point throughout the year.

Go Palestine is your CHOICE!

The Go Palestine – the Palestinian Center in Hebron provides volunteers with an opportunity to deeply engage in Palestinian culture, gaining insights into the daily life and realities of Palestine. Volunteering in Palestine is uncomplicated; all that’s required is a genuine interest in learning more about Palestine and the eagerness to connect with the local Palestinian community.

We hosted people coming from 40 countries around the world

Individuals from more than 40 countries worldwide, such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Denmark, Colombia, France, Japan, China, Chile, Switzerland, Russia, Canada, Germany, and numerous others, have enthusiastically joined the ranks of volunteers at the Palestinian Center’s “Go Palestine” initiative.

Applicants spanning the age range of 18 to 75 are encouraged to apply for any of our volunteer programs at Go Palestine. No specific academic or professional credentials are necessary to participate in any of our programs.

Why opt for GO Palestine for an Internship or Volunteer Program?

Transparent Pricing: No hidden or additional fees are involved.
Weekly Excursions: We arrange weekly trips to explore areas in Hebron & Bethlehem.
Arabic Language Support: Enjoy 3 hours of Arabic lessons per week through two classes led by our top-notch Arabic teachers.
Central Location: Situated in the heart of Hebron, our center is easily accessible for both Palestinian students and international participants.
Flexible Programs: We offer flexibility in adjusting the start and end times of your program.
Carefully Selected Accommodations: We diligently choose families that our female participants feel at ease with during their stay in Hebron.
Guided Local Visits: Explore the city of Hebron with organized visits to its most renowned landmarks.
Comprehensive Assistance: We provide all-encompassing assistance to ensure a more enjoyable experience for our participants.
Dedicated Male Participants’ Apartment: Our 8th-floor apartment for male participants offers a splendid view and is equipped with everything they need, conveniently located just three minutes’ walk from the center.

Learn Arabic Language During Volunteering

We provide two classes every week, each lasting 1.5 hours, giving you a total of 3 hours of immersive Arabic language learning. This is crucial for understanding Arabic culture and communication better.

Improve English Through Friendly Conversations

Our primary goal is to help you speak and understand English. Engaging in friendly conversations with students of all ages and genders is our approach to assisting them in becoming better at English. We firmly believe that enhancing conversation skills can open up more opportunities in life and facilitate connections with people from different places.

Live with a Palestinian Host Family

Staying with a Palestinian family offers a unique opportunity to learn the language and understand the culture and daily life of your hosts. This experience provides a window into their traditions, values, and hospitality, enriching your learning experience. It’s a chance to build connections and gain a deeper appreciation for Palestinian life.

Explore Refugee Camps on Day Trips

We organize day trips to refugee camps in Hebron and Bethlehem, providing you with a close-up view of the lives of refugees. Spending time in these camps helps you understand their challenges and resilience, offering an eye-opening experience that broadens your horizons, builds empathy, and deepens your understanding of these locations.

City Tours in Hebron

Our program includes day tours in Hebron, allowing you to explore key areas, each with a unique story. These tours provide insights into the city’s history and contemporary life, and you’ll visit local factories to understand the local economy and craftsmanship. This offers a comprehensive experience, helping you appreciate the culture and life in Hebron.

Cook Authentic Palestinian Dishes Together

In our program, you’ll embark on a culinary adventure by actively participating in preparing authentic Palestinian dishes. It’s a chance to learn and bond over cooking while enjoying the flavors of the region. This experience helps you connect with the community and create lasting memories.

Explore Beyond Hebron: Two Days Off Weekly

Understanding the importance of exploring the region, we provide two days off each week for you to venture beyond Hebron. This allows you to discover other areas and further enrich your experience.

Get to know our volunteer programs

The Palestinian Center (Go Palestine) offers the following volunteer programs. These volunteer programs address topics such as children, children with special needs, education, entertainment activities, social events, music, community activities, workshops, and much more. Here you can do voluntary work from one week up to three months.

Volunteer in the West Bank Program

It’s is one of our volunteer programs that will give you the chance to volunteer with school students, university students, and community members and, at the same time, study and practice Arabic.

In addition, you will be teach conversational English (one to one) to Palestinians and get to know the culture of Palestine through that.

Volunteer with Palestinian Children

In this program, you will be engaging in educational and entertainment activities structured for children aged 6 to 12 years old. These activities aim to educate children with English activities.

This program has been designed to engage Palestinian children with internationals where children get to know other cultures and take part in activities that help them learn from older people in many different fields.

Volunteer with Refugees in Palestine

You will be volunteering in one of the refugee camps in the city of Hebron. The program includes organising activities for the Palestinian refugees, mainly teaching conversational English or any kind of activities that volunteer might willing to organise.

It’s aimed at informing you about the refugees situation in Palestine. Volunteers will become more knowledgeable about how the occupation has affected and still affects, their daily life.

Volunteer at Local Schools in Palestine

This program provides a great opportunity to those who want to visit Palestine while meeting Palestinian students at the local schools in Hebron. Very importantly, this program offers the opportunity for a volunteer to leave a positive impact on Palestinian society. This program includes your participation in English conversational sessions in the classroom, along with the organization of educational and entertainment activities.

Volunteer as Articles Writer for Palestine

This program is designed for those who wish to travel to Palestine and write about it as a means of presenting the rich culture and history of Palestine.

This program presents the writer with a variety of topics to choose from that tackle the life in Palestine and the other side that media doesn’t usually highlight.

Volunteer in a Palestinian Hospital

The Volunteer in a Palestinian Hospital Program (1-12 Weeks) presents a distinctive and meaningful opportunity for individuals worldwide to contribute to the healthcare system in the Palestinian territories.

Tailored to span from one to twelve weeks, this program immerses participants in a hands-on experience within a Palestinian hospital environment.

Volunteer English Teaching in Palestine

Volunteer English Teaching in Palestine Program is a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of Palestinian children and adults.

As a volunteer English teacher, you will have the chance to help improve the English language skills of those who are eager to learn and improve their opportunities for a brighter future.

First, send us an email asking for the application form.
We send you the application, and you fill out the application and send it back to us.
Our team reviews your application. We may invite you for an interview by means of a Skype/WhatsApp call.
We will send you a confirmation form which you fill out and return to us.
We prepare and send you the Invitation Letter and the Contract. We will also send you the invoice for payment, which will include all the information regarding payment options.
You will sign the contract and make payment in order to reserve your place in the program.
We will send you an Orientation Booklet and travel instructions. These two items will provide you with all the information on how to get to Hebron and contact the Center. One of our coordinators will provide his/her contact number within an email sent to you.

Our Volunteer Programs Fees

250$

American Dollar

This includes accommodation, local visits, 3 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.

480$

American Dollar

This includes accommodation, local visits, 6 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.

595$

American Dollar

This includes accommodation, local visits, 9 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.

690$

American Dollar

This includes accommodation, local visits, 12 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.

845$

American Dollar

This includes accommodation, local visits, 15 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.

1070$

American Dollar

This includes accommodation, local visits, 18 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.

1215$

American Dollar

This includes accommodation, local visits, 21 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.

1450$

American Dollar

This includes accommodation, local visits, 24 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.

1630$

American Dollar

This includes accommodation, local visits, 27 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.

1810$

American Dollar

This includes accommodation, local visits, 30 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.

1990$

American Dollar

This includes accommodation, local visits, 33 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.

2250$

American Dollar

This includes accommodation, local visits, 36 hours of Arabic classes, daily Palestinian breakfast, day trips, and a certificate of participation.

What does the Participation Fee include?

Accommodation	Host family or at our 8th-floor apartment Private accommodation is available with extra fees
Arabic Lessons	3 Hours a Week – Two Classes/ 1,5 hours of Arabic lessons each
Meals	Daily Palestinian breakfast
Day Trips	To Refugees camps in Hebron & Bethlehem & some areas of political importance
Sightseeings	Historical & politically important places in the city of Hebron
Certificate	Certificate of participation & recommendation letter at the end of the program

When can I apply ?

Applicants have the flexibility to decide when to join a program.
We are very flexible when it comes to starting and ending dates.
Applicants also choose their length of participation, which is a minimum of one week up to three months/12 weeks.

Do I need to know how to speak Arabic?

Volunteers are not obligated to know Arabic.
The center will provide you with 3 hours of Arabic lessons each week with one of our teachers.
The participant can choose either to study Modern Standard Arabic (Fusha) or Spoken Arabic Language (known as Ammyia) once they start their program.

Do I need a visa to enter Palestine?

The Israeli government requires a visa for you to enter Israel. Visas are routinely granted upon arrival at Ben Gurion Airport (Tel Aviv) if you are a citizen of an exempted country.
They are available also 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.

Things to know before you come to Palestine!

Living Costs in Palestine	Approx. 50-70$ a Week
Weekend in Palestine	On Friday
Food in Palestine	The West Bank engages primarily in heavier meals involving the use of bread, rice, and meat, and coastal plain inhabitants frequent fish, other seafood, and lentils.
Wifi Access in Palestine	At houses, cafes, restaurants – Almost everywhere
3G Service in Palestine	Available since Jan 2018
The official language in Palestine	Arabic – Palestinian Dialect (One of the Levantine dialects)
Currency in Palestine	Mainly Israeli Shekel (NIS). Jordanian Dinar & American Dollars are also used in buying Real estate and land.
Transportations in Palestine	Yellow Taxies & Orange Mini-Vans
Weather in Palestine	Summer (25-30°C), Winter (0-9°C)
Nearest Major Airports to Palestine	Ben Gurion Airport in Israel if you travel via Israel Alia International Airport if you travel via Jordan

What can be added to your volunteer program? “EXTRAS“

Additional hours of Arabic language over the specified hours per week for $20 per additional hour.
Private tours to other cities in Palestine including Ramallah, Nablus, Jenin and Jericho. Click HERE to learn more about the tours organised by Go Palestine.
Pick-up and drop-off service from Ben Gurion Airport directly to Hebron within an hour and a half. The cost of the service is 130 USD (one way).
A place for your friend or partner to live in Hebron, in our apartment in Hebron, or with a Palestinian family. Click HERE to check our hostel & private apartment in Hebron.

Documents you’ll receive from us!

How to apply or ask for additional information?

Please send an email to Mr. Tamimi at info@gopalestine.org. Please type the name of the chosen program in the subject line. We will then contact you back. You can also contact us via WhatsApp or Signal at +972598172071.