Upcoming Delegations

UPCOMING DELEGATIONS 2009
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General Information about All Delegations

Delegation Purpose

Delegations to Israel/Palestine are designed to begin a process of experiential learning and personal transformation. Our delegations expose participants to perspectives that are not readily available in North America. Meetings are held with diverse representatives of Palestinian and Israeli society, focusing particularly on the voices of those working nonviolently for a resolution to the conflict and an end to the occupation. Delegates see the Wall, checkpoints, and demolished homes and learn how these and much more affect Palestinians. Likewise, delegates hear from Israelis about the effects of the conflict on Israeli society. The experiential learning that the delegation fosters is intended to motivate action for change when delegates return. IFPB provides materials, support, and mentoring to help returning delegates make the most of their experience.

You will be an eyewitness to the situation—and your understanding of the conflict will be enriched and transformed.

What we Offer

On the delegation. . .

No other delegation program matches our attention to detail. Each trip features unique meetings with those at the forefront of Palestinian and Israeli peacebuilding. You will also:

• Attend one-day pre-departure orientation in Washington DC.
• Travel in the West Bank and Israel.
• Travel with experienced delegation leaders and professional local guides.
• See how the continuing Israeli occupation of Palestinian land & the current cycle of violence affect Palestinians and Israelis.
• Learn from Palestinians about their nonviolent resistance to the occupation.
• Learn from Israeli peace activists about their work for a just end to the occupation.
• Visit selected religious and cultural sites.
• See how the Separation Wall impacts Palestinian communities & livelihoods.
• Visit and/or stay in Palestinian and Israeli homes, villages, farms, or cultural centers (1-3 nights).
• Dialogue with Israelis and Palestinians who have a variety of cultural, religious, & political perspectives.
• Examine the US role in the conflict.

After your return. . .

IFPB's unique follow-up program is an innovative addition to standard delegation programming. Our expert staff provides:

• One-on-one engagement on media outreach efforts in your local community
• Professional support for your speaking events, media work and other efforts within your community
• Action alerts and additional means for continued activism
• Educational resources on the conflict
• Sustained contact with delegation alums

Understanding Delegation Themes

Many of our upcoming delegations offer themes, like "olive harvest" or "meet the peacemakers." Themed delegations do focus on these areas more closely, but most of the types of meetings, travel schedules, and delegation experiences are very similar from one delegation to another. All delegations are designed to give a broad exposure to the most important issues on the ground in Israel/Palestine today. As a general rule of thumb, we say that about 80% of delegation activities are similar from one delegation to another, while 20% will focus on the specific themes of any one delegation.

Learning More

There is much more information about our delegation program on our web site. Click here to learn more.