"ATID provides the means for honest dialogue with people with whom I never would have interacted otherwise. The program has powerfully shifted the way I view others, and done a top-notch job of gathering speakers from every sector of the conflict. This visionary program is the most compelling channel for activism that I have ever heard of or encountered."

"This past year, I had the absolute pleasure of being a student on the ATID program; and what a program it was. ATID, both in terms of its curriculum and its leaders, dares students to change their preconceived notions, and question what they think they know. Through intriguing intellectual discussions and unparalleled exposure to the main characters fighting for Jewish history today, ATID fosters a keen sense of Zionism unlike anything I have ever experienced, while also cultivating a deep understanding of the rights and history of the Palestinians living both inside and outside of the green line. It is with utter appreciation that I would like to say that without ATID I would not be staying a second year in Israel."

"ATID has given me a language with which to engage in productive discourse with individuals from seemingly incompatible backgrounds to my own about the nuances of the conflict. The exposures I've had this year to the existence of multiple viewpoints gives me hope for future advancements that I am sure will be spearheaded by leaders like those in ATID, impassioned to change the world around them. I hope to continue to be involved in this exciting process mainly by educating other people."

"The status quo, by definition, doesn't move forward, doesn't change anything. The exposure and experiences I underwent through ATID have empowered within me a new sense of purpose and hope, and awakened an old identity our people have let lay dormant for 2000 years. The program has truly altered my perspective, consequently my life, and, with HaShem's help, will change the lives of countless others for the better."

"ATID opened the door to a whole new world for me; I was exposed to ideas I would never otherwise have been exposed to, and while on the field trips experienced my native culture in the heartland of Israel in a way I wouldn’t have been able to experience anywhere else. I was introduced to a new, holistic approach to Torah and heard from speakers and activists across the entire political spectrum. The program encouraged me to develop my own opinions and think critically, and my Jewish identity and connection to the land of Israel were strengthened a hundredfold. ATID became an integral part of my year in Israel and subsequent self-development, and has truly transformed my life. I hope to be continually involved with the organisation in the future."

"I was fortunate to participate in the ATID student leadership program while spending a year in Jerusalem. The program brought speakers from across the political spectrum, and the sessions were filled with critical discussions and analytical activities to enhance our understanding of the information being taught. There were field trips throughout the year that perfectly connected the intellectual discussions of the classroom to actual life experiences. I had an overall incredible experience learning about the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. There were unlimited lessons to be learned from discussions with a group of students coming from a variety of backgrounds, yet all bonded through the passion to learn about the challenges facing Israel and discover our individual paths in being part of a solution. I gained a lot from speaking with and listening to people who dedicate their lives to understanding and striving to make change in this area. I believe that ATID has provided me with the tools to search for elements of truth in arguments, as well as the ability to empathize and understand the perspectives of different collectives and individuals.

"I am grateful to have had this amazing opportunity and am especially thankful to the ATID staff for dedicating themselves wholeheartedly to infusing us with a desire to write ourselves into Jewish history."