Introduction

The 5th Annual Palestine Summer Encounter program!

Palestine Summer Encounter (PSE) is a one, two, or three month service learning and cultural immersion program in Bethlehem, Palestine. Participants study Arabic in and outside of the classroom setting, live with a Palestinian host family, volunteer with one of thirty-seven participating nonprofits and organizations and meet with both Israeli and Palestinian peacemakers.

PSE is a joint project between Middle East Fellowship, a U.S. based 501(c)(3) nonprofit and Holy Land Trust, a Palestinian nonproft organization. Holy Land Trust handles the logistics on the ground. Including: matching participants with an appropriate volunteer placement, organizing guest speakers and weekend excursions, working with families for homestay arrangements and other aspects of the program in Palestine. Middle East Fellowship is responsible for pre-trip preparation, promotion, and some logistics. Typically one or two Middle East Fellowship representatives are present at all times during the program to assist with planning and arrangements.

We would love for your to join us this summer in Palestine. You can register for the program at any time. Once you have submitted the online application and sent in your $150 application fee we will begin the process of setting up your volunteer opportunity and working on all other aspects of your summer experience. Please check the dates and prices page for information about application deadlines.

If you have additional questions about the program your first step is to check the frequently asked questions page.

You can also contact us.

We look forward to working with you in Palestine this summer!

Sincerely,

Joshua Keaney
Cultural Connections Director
Middle East Fellowship

Elias Ghareeb
Travel & Encounter Director
Holy Land Trust