By Ela – U.S.A

Throughout this experience, I have learned so much, not only from the students and the other volunteers, but also from the Palestinian culture in general. I found everybody to be incredibly hospitable and kind. We have learned so much about the Palestinian culture, traditions and all about the Palestinian situation and conflict with Israel.

The camp was a fantastic experience culturally, politically, religiously and in all aspects. We visited the old city of Nablus, Bethlehem, Hebron, refugee camps and a lot of the small local villages. We toured a lot of the west bank.
I do highly recommend Zajel program for anyone who is thinking of coming to Palestine; especially those who are afraid because of the media coverage about Palestine. Palestine is not what is being shown on the TV. Don’t let the media shape your image of Palestine before you come and experience it yourself.