Best Volunteer Programs with Palestinian Children: This summer program offers a wonderful opportunity for graduate and undergraduate students, professionals, retirees, social workers, and teachers who are passionate about volunteering with children. It’s also perfect for anyone—native or non-native English speakers—interested in interning with Palestinian children in the West Bank during the summer of 2026.
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When is the Volunteer with Palestinian Children 2026 Program Held?
The Volunteer with Palestinian Children 2026 program will run from June 16th to June 30th, 2026.
Where?
The summer volunteer program will take place in Hebron, a city located just 30 km south of Jerusalem.
What?
Volunteers will participate in educational classes and workshops held at the Excellence Center/Study Palestinian Arabic School, local Palestinian community centers, daycare facilities, schools, children’s organizations, special needs schools, or Palestinian refugee camps in Hebron.
Support During Your Time In Palestine
Study Palestinian Arabic School will assist all volunteers in acquiring the necessary resources to conduct their intended workshops successfully, as well as connect them with local experts here in Hebron. These resources and experts include local NGOs, community centers, refugee organizations, schools, charities, law firms, universities, and daycare programs. All these resources are made possible by the Center’s deep ties to the local community here in Hebron!
Volunteering with children in the West Bank, Palestine, offers a truly immersive experience for all participants.
Participants will not only have the opportunity to work with Palestinian children on a variety of subjects, but will also live and breathe Palestinian culture, the Arabic language and the rich history of the Levant! This will occur in a number of ways.
To volunteer with Palestinian Children, you should be:
- Willing to work with Palestinian children from diverse backgrounds
- A student or graduate who seeks teaching experience
- Someone interested in the educational system in Palestine
- An English or education major student
- 18+ and willing to make an impact on the local community
- Someone who desires to help the future leaders of Palestine
What do you need in order to be a volunteer?
- 18 years of age or older
- The ability to communicate in English
- The ability to work with an international team
- Patience and enthusiasm
- Eagerness to learn
What don’t you need?
- The ability to speak Arabic
- Travel or work experience
- To be a native speaker of English
- A degree in English or any specialization
- Experience in teaching English as a foreign language
List of Best Volunteer Programs with Palestinian Children
Volunteer in Palestine proudly offers a variety of volunteer programs in the West Bank that focus on working with children. Our programs cover human rights, English teaching, Palestinian women’s rights, support for Palestinian refugees and children, and more.
1. The Palestinian Refugees Volunteer Program
During the Palestinian Refugees Volunteer Program, you will work directly with Palestinian refugees in Hebron, West Bank. Volunteers can work with Palestinian women, children, and youths to enhance each other’s skills, create mutual understanding, engage in language exchange, and make a difference in each other’s lives.
2. Community Development Volunteer Program in Palestine
The Community Development Program through Volunteer in Palestine offers a unique opportunity to engage with the Palestinian community by working with local organizations. This program is ideal for those who wish to support Palestinian children, women, youth, and refugees in camps, as well as other community members in and around Hebron, West Bank.
3. Volunteer In Local Schools In Palestine
Volunteer in Local Schools in Palestine: This program is a fantastic opportunity to positively impact the lives of Palestinian children, refugees, and youth. Our Volunteer in Local Palestinian Schools program in Hebron, West Bank, is a unique scheme that welcomes both native and non-native English speakers and students, graduates, professionals, and retirees interested in enhancing the English and life skills of local students.
4. Volunteer With Palestinian Orphanages
Volunteer With Palestinian Orphanages: Hebron City, in the Occupied West Bank, is home to several orphanages that provide essential care and support to thousands of Palestinian children who have lost one or both of their parents. The high number of orphans in the region is largely due to ongoing conflict, military occupation, economic hardship, and limited access to healthcare.
5. Internship with Palestinian Children
Internship with Palestinian Children: This program offers an excellent opportunity for graduate and undergraduate students, professionals, retirees, social workers, and teachers interested in volunteering with Palestinian children. It is also ideal for both native and non-native English speakers who wish to gain experience working with children in Palestine. Those interested in childhood education will especially benefit from this hands-on experience.
6. Teach English And Study Arabic in Palestine
Teach English and Study Arabic in Palestine Program is designed for students, native and non-native English speakers, graduates, professionals, and retirees seeking teaching opportunities in the West Bank, Palestine, Israel, Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, and the broader Arabic-speaking world. This program offers a unique volunteer opportunity to contribute to the local community.
A Huge Range of Impacts
The Volunteer with Palestinian Children Summer Program 2026 is well-researched and designed. It is suitable for anyone who wants to gain insights into Palestinians’ daily lives and education, acquire experience in teaching English, and learn about human rights.
We aim to make a long-term difference to the local Palestinian community through the exchange of ideas and by “walking in each other’s shoes.” Volunteering and interning provide a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on your own life, as well as on the lives of Palestinian children, refugees, and the broader community in the West Bank.
Arabic Language Courses
In addition, Study Palestinian Arabic School offers free in-person Arabic language courses to all of its volunteers. These courses span 3 hours per week and will continue throughout your stay in Hebron. Learning Arabic will be a valuable asset in their mission to aid the Palestinian community of Hebron.
Furthermore, Study Palestinian Arabic School conducts regular ventures into Hebron, visiting Palestinian cultural sights, local human rights organizations, businesses, factories, local universities, schools and refugee camps as well as natural parks and treasures – all of which are intended to give volunteers a well-rounded understanding of Palestine.
Do You Need University Credits?
The Volunteer with Palestinian Children program offers students university and internship credits in case they are needed for your university. If you are applying for funding to volunteer in Palestine, the Center would be more than happy to help and can provide any requested documents.
Who Is This Volunteer Program For?
The Volunteer with Palestinian Children Summer Program 2026 is tailored for individuals who are passionate about working with children and recognize the significance of fostering connections between Palestine and the world.
Exposing young generations of Palestinians to people from diverse backgrounds and cultures helps connect them to the global community and dispel any preconceptions they may have about other cultures from an early age.
This volunteer program is perfect for those interested in political science, human rights, Islamic culture, the politics of the Middle East, Arabic culture and language. It can also help you build a career with international NGOs. Many NGOs, Palestinian governments and international organizations see volunteer work in the Middle East, and experience with the Arabic language as a major plus.
The Volunteer with Palestinian Children Summer Program is open to people of all ages, from students to seniors, who wish to make a difference in the lives of Palestine’s youth and children.
Accommodation While Volunteering
Volunteers in the Summer Program 2026 residing in Hebron have two options: a modern apartment just a 5-minute walk from the center or a Palestinian host family (subject to availability).
Both options offer distinct benefits. The cozy apartments provide an excellent opportunity to bond with fellow volunteers and participants. Their central location near Hebron’s vibrant city center also makes it easy to explore the city with roommates, creating memorable and exciting experiences!
Benefits Of Volunteering
The Volunteer with Palestinian Children Summer Program 2026 offers many benefits, including:
- Living in Hebron and undertaking trips to the old city, the holy sites, and more
- Learning spoken Arabic from native speakers and embracing the opportunity to communicate with locals
- 3 hours of Arabic lessons per week
- Exposure to daily life, culture, and society in Hebron
- Accommodation options include staying with a Palestinian host family or in our male- and female-only apartments.
- The opportunity to eat and enjoy local Palestinian foods and desserts
- Palestinian cultural nights featuring entertainment and activities
- Opportunities to view tourist attractions from a particularly native perspective, such as Bethlehem, Ramallah, Nablus, Tulkarm, Qalqilyah, Jeni,n and the Dead Sea in Jericho
- The ability to visit nearby cities, including Akko, Herzliya, Beersheva, Eilat, Nazareth, Tiberias, Netanya, Safed, Haifa, Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Masada, as well as those in Jordan like Amman, Aqaba and Wadi Rum
- The assistance of well-qualified, attentive Arabic teachers, all with an excellent educational background, ready and happy to help you
- A participant’s certificate upon completion.
As an international student learning Arabic in Palestine, you will have the opportunity to connect with Palestinian university and school students, members of the Hebron community, and local organizations.
Take the opportunity to travel independently and experience unique tourist destinations from a local perspective, such as Bethlehem, Ramallah, Nablus, Hebron, Tulkarm, Qalqilyah, Jenin, and the Dead Sea in Jericho.
Moreover, weekends in Israel offer the chance to explore famous historical cities such as Jericho, Jerusalem, Akko, Tel Aviv, the Dead Sea, Eilat, Tiberias, Nazareth, Be’er Sheva, Ashdod, Masada! Travel to Jordan’s most ancient sites in Petra, Amman, Wadi Rum, Irbid, and Aqaba, and broaden your experiences in the Middle East!
Program Costs and Information
Study Palestinian Arabic School charges 500 Euro for two weeks in June 2026 + a 30 Euro registration fee.
The prices listed on this webpage are the complete and final cost students will pay.
Program Fees Cover:
- Housing in Hebron
- Arabic Language courses
- Center’s operating costs
- Breakfast (Mon – Fri)
- Group excursions
What Language is the Program Run In?
All our volunteer programs and colloquial Arabic lessons cater to English speakers. However, to ensure full immersion, less English will be used in the classroom as the course level increases.
General Information Regarding Program Costs and Components
| Place of Program | Hebron, West Bank, Palestine |
| Program Fees | 500 Euro (Confirm Prices Here) |
| Program Focus | Volunteer with Palestinian children Volunteer with Palestinian refugees Work with disabled children in Palestine |
| Age | 18+ Years Old |
| Minimum Duration | 2 Weeks |
| Weekly Arabic lessons | 3 hours per week |
| Class Duration | 45 Minutes |
| Number of Volunteers | Variable (5-10Volunteers) |
| Starting Date | 16th of June 2026 |
| Ending Date | 30th of June 2026 |
| Application Deadline | 15th of May 2026 |
| Program Reviews | Reviews and Ratings on Gooverseas Reviews and Ratings on Goabroad Video testimonials |
| Airport Pickup | Available (Fee applies) |
| University Credit | Available |
| Program Language | English |
Program Reviews
Study Palestinian Arabic School has been honored with several prestigious Community Awards and recognized as the Best Language School and Top Volunteer and Internship Program Provider for 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024. For more details, please visit our profiles on GoOverseas.com and GoAbroad.com.
- Check out our latest awards here
- +900 Reviews (96.8%) on Gooverseas.com
- +190 Reviews (9.3/10) on Goabroad.com
- Participants’ video testimonials
Summary
The Volunteer with Palestinian Children Summer Program 2026 presents an ideal opportunity for university students, gap year participants, and individuals on a sabbatical seeking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of Palestinian children in the West Bank. The scope for applying your skills as a volunteer is virtually limitless.
Engaging with children in Palestine is an unparalleled experience, one that will profoundly influence participants’ perspectives for years to come. Furthermore, volunteering in the West Bank is the perfect stepping stone for those passionate about working with Palestinian children and refugees or pursuing a career in early childhood education and children’s welfare. Take action today and embark on your volunteering journey in Palestine in June 2026.
How to Apply
If you’re excited about volunteering with Palestinian children, don’t hesitate to drop us an email at Info@ecpalestine.org. We’re here to help, and you can expect to hear back from us within 1 business day.
Please write: “Volunteer with Palestinian Children 2026” in the subject line of your email. Upon writing back to you we will attach an application form which you will fill out and return to us to begin the process.
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