Olive Tree Initiative

Grassroots dialogue about
      the Israeli-Arab conflict.

OTI Speaking with IDF soldier

Israel/Palestine through
Hands on Experience.

Traveling - Meetings - Lectures

OTI in Aida Refugee Camp, Betlehem

Understanding Through Dialogue


Vantage point overlooking Jerusalem

Human Narratives

Hearing personal stories on
how the conflict affects lives.

Qassam Rockets that hit Sderot, Israel

Understanding Politics

OTI helps student learn how
political decisions affect personal lives.

Humanitarian aid for Gaza at Kerem Shalom Crossing.

The Olive Tree Initiative

The Olive Tree Initiative aims to promote dialogue and discussion regarding the Israeli-Arab conflict. This educational student-led initiative is modeled after empericism - gaining knowledge through experience. Students travel to the region and learn about the conflict from a personal perspective, independent of the media.
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