a travel guide for techies
"We are drawn by places that the rest of the world tends to underestimate."
Patrick Collison in Ramallah
co-founder and CEO of Stripe
Bloomberg Businessweek
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If you are interested in getting involved with the technology sector in Palestine, please visit www.svpalestine.org.
You're joining a growing group of Silicon Valley professionals interested in Palestine’s technology and startup sector. We’re folks just like you – we work at tech companies, startups, and VC funds. We were so inspired by our own travels and experiences in Palestine – and found it to be easy, safe, and accessible – that we put this guide together to demystify the process.
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Read stories by others who’ve visited and learn more about Palestine’s tech sector:
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Suitable for both day-trips and longer stays, the West Bank is home to Ramallah, the hub of Palestine's tech activity and full of coffee shops, restaurants, and a bustling "scene" for techies and artists alike.
Beyond Ramallah, the West Bank is home to a stunning landscape, the Dead Sea, and historical cities such as Jericho, Nablus, and Bethlehem and one of the world's most hospitable cultures.
Gaza Sky Geeks - the leading tech hub in Gaza and initiative of international humanitarian aid agency Mercy Corps - facilitates visits from international mentors, from Silicon Valley and elsewhere, to share their expertise with Gazan software engineers, designers, and entrepreneurs.
An application process and advanced planning is required, but those who visit will have the opportunity to be a part of supporting the startup sector of one of the most amazing, inaccessible places in the world.
Have questions?
Most likely, your travel to Palestine will be uneventful and the biggest danger you’ll expose yourself to is a traffic accident. Upon arrival, you’ll feel welcome and safe. Hundreds have loved visiting and mentoring in Palestine - and returned with friends and colleagues.
We understand you may still have questions, so we’ve put together an FAQ to help. You can also contact us.