COUNTRY INFORMATION
Israel is small yet beautiful Mediterranean nation located in the Middle East. The region has existed since before biblical times and, as a result, it has a rich and extensive history. It has been controlled by various empires and powers throughout the centuries and has only recently become its own state in 1948.
Many Jews migrated to the nation searching for a homeland, especially during WWII. However, there have been tensions between the Jews and Arabs for decades within the country. It was only recently that Israel signed peace treaties with some neighboring Arab countries.
If you’ve volunteered in Israel, we’d love to hear about your experience. Please let us know which organization you signed up with, what your trip was like, and if you’d recommend the program to others.