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Instructions:

Each candidate for the EAPPI-US accompaniment program needs to have three (3) reference forms filled out by three (3) different people (all non-relatives) that the candidate has chosen to be referers. These forms are sent directly to the EAPPI-US National Coordinator.

On the right are instructions for each person who is to fill out a reference form. The online reference form begins just below the instruction.

Click here to download a copy of the reference form that can be sent to the EAPPI-US Acting Coordinator by e-mail attachment, or printed, filled out by hand and mailed; send an e-mail to <sweaver@churchworldservice.org> for full mailing address.

EAPPI Reference Form

Thank you for agreeing to appraise a candidate for participation in the Ecumenical
Accompaniment Programme in Palestine and Israel (EAPPI).

The EAPPI is an ecumenical initiative whose mission is to accompany Palestinians and Israelis
in their non-violent actions and concerted advocacy efforts to end the occupation. Participants
of the programme will be monitoring and reporting violations of human rights and
international humanitarian law, supporting acts of non-violent resistance alongside local
Christian and Muslim Palestinians and Israeli peace activists, offering protection through nonviolent presence, engaging in public policy advocacy and, in general, standing in solidarity
with the local churches and all those struggling against the occupation.

The EAPPI is based on principles of international humanitarian and human rights law,
including resolutions of the UN Security Council, General Assembly and Commission on
Human Rights. Its detailed objectives are to: expose the violence of the occupation; end the
brutality, humiliation and violence against civilians; construct a stronger global advocacy
network; ensure the respect of human rights and international humanitarian law; influence
public opinion in the accompaniers' home countries and affect foreign policy on Middle East in
order to end the occupation and create a viable Palestinian state; express solidarity with
Palestinian and Israeli peace activists and empower local Palestinian communities/churches; be
an active witness that an alternative, non-violent struggle for justice and peace is possible.

Given this challenging mandate and the gravity of the current situation on the ground it is
absolutely crucial that participants bring well-developed skills to the project. We are especially
interested in any insights that you can provide related to the candidate's skill and proficiency in
the areas of peace and solidarity work, human rights, reporting and advocacy, non-violence
and conflict resolution.

Whether working on their own, with the rest of the EAPPI team or with locals, daily life on the
ground could be very stressful for the accompaniers. Peace and justice work in Israel/Palestine
often may take place in an atmosphere of tension, fear, confrontation and violence, with
curfews, checkpoints and other military controls having become common features of everyday
life. Ecumenical Accopmaniers will also be expected to deal with diverse parties such as the
local and international media, military authorities, church leadership and even groups hostile to
their very presence. Their work will therefore demand a high degree of sensitivity, initiative,
political awareness, tolerance, flexibility, cultural understanding, ability to work with others,
good human relations and excellent communication skills.

We would appreciate your candid appraisal of the candidate's ability to work with the
Ecumenical Accompaniment Programme in Palestine and Israel. In the reference
form below, we have outlined specific areas upon which we would like you to comment. Please add
to these responses any additional comments that you may feel are relevant.

Click here if you want to download a copy of the reference form, which can be printed, filled-out and then mailed in. Otherwise, continue to fill out the online form below:

On-line form:

1. Name of Candidate*

2. How long have you known him/her and in what capacity?

3. Please comment briefly on the candidate's:

A. Ability to take responsibility and follow through;
Self-motivation or initiative;
Group faciliatation/leadership skills;
Ability to handle interpersonal tension;
Ability to love and work in a foreign cultural environment and in a conflict situation;

B. Ability to speak, write and understand English and Arabic (if applicable);
Writing and reporting skills;
Objectivity in seeking and terpreting information;
Experience in advocacy work;

C. Knowledge and experience of Palestinian and Israeli history and politics;
Understanding of and commitment to the principles of nonviolence;
Knowledge of human rights, international law and international humanitarian law;

D. Ability to work with others, in a group, and in a team;
In a group, is sh/he a leader; a peacemaker; supportive of others; a follower; frequently at odds with others?
How does the candidate deal with people s/he does not agree with?

4. Please comment on any other strengths and weaknesses you have seen in the candidate:

Referer's Name

Title

Date and place

Thank you for taking the time to tell us more about this cadidate. If s/he is accepted, we may want to talk with you further. Please tell us how to contact you.

Telephone

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Email Address

Postal Address

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