Law & Human Rights Internship in Palestine (1-12 Weeks)

I spent three weeks in Palestine as a human rights intern, and it’s been incredible! I’m was sad to leave because I’ve learned so much about Palestine and the human rights issues here. During my internship, I met with local groups and NGOs that focus on helping different communities, like women, children, and even prisoners. I got to ask a lot of questions and really see what life is like for people here. Some of the most powerful moments were visiting places like Shuhada Street and the Al Fa...

I spent two weeks in Hebron, Palestine, and the experience was unforgettable. The people here are incredibly welcoming, and their kindness is something I’ll never forget. I’ve learned so much about Palestinian culture, picked up some of the language, and seen how their legal system works, which is very different from what I know in the UK. During the program, we met local Palestinian lawyers and learned about their jobs. We also visited courts to watch how cases are handled and spoke with dif...

I was eager to visit Palestine and found Go Palestine while looking for programs. The program included visiting the Old City, Al-Fawwar camp, various human rights organizations, the court, and allowed us to meet with lawyers and activists. We even organized a workshop and discussion with law students from Hebron University at the legal clinic. What amazed me was how, despite living under occupation and not having a legislative council, local legal professionals showed incredible creativity a...