Thanks to Sakib :
In all honesty, when I set out for the Peak District I wasn’t sure what to expect; all I knew was that the
prospect of meeting and exchanging stories with Palestinian students was
something that really excited me. And, unsurprisingly, I wasn’t disappointed.
As soon as I arrived at the location I was warmly greeted by British and
Palestinian student alike. Before long I had made a number of friends; by the
evening, I’d made friends for life. Attending this event was a truly enriching
experience, and I am forever grateful to have had the opportunity to do so. It
was a privilege to have been able to get to know the students from Palestine: I
certainly won’t forget their kindness. Despite hearing a number of
disheartening, sickening stories about their experiences as Palestinian
students (such as attacks from IDF soldiers with live ammunition in their
University campus, and routine harassment at checkpoints), their positivity and
resilience towards it all was humbling, and it certainly made me think twice
about the comforts I take for granted here in the UK. Overall, I had a great
time with the Palestinian students, and I thank CADFA for giving me this
unique opportunity. I recommend anyone thinking of attending future exchanges to
do so – you won’t regret it!
Serenity and calm in the Peak District where the student visit started
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