I just returned from three weeks in Israel, Dec. 31, 2023 to Jan. 18, 2024, with Volunteers For Israel, Sar-El. I will tell you what motivated me to go, the response of the people I met, what I think I may have contributed, what I gained, and lastly why you should go.
The second I learned of Hamas’ genocide, I dropped everything and went, by myself, as did so many others. My husband, family, and friends understandably expressed concern for my safety. I told them while I wasn’t looking to be in harm’s way, Israel is the only place to be because Never Again is Now.