Veterans' Team Initial Application
This is a separate form to volunteer for the veterans' contingent for the Spring 2026 Global Sumud Flotilla. Any boat or working group applications will be submitted through separate channels, though recommendations for crew member can be made. Submissions are encrypted, and your private information will not be shared.
Name
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First Name
Last Name
Preferred Name
Nickname (optional)
Date of Birth
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Month
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Day
Year
Date
Pronouns
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Occupation
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Email
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example@example.com
Phone Number
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Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Please provide a link to a PUBLIC social media account (i.e. Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram, etc) Do NOT share links to private accounts that we cannot view.
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Do you have time to dedicate to the entirety of this planning process to the end of the trip (approx. 4-5 months?)
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Yes
No
If you are not available for the whole time period, can you describe your availability in the April-May time frame? (Answer will help us determine roles moving forward and will not affect acceptance of this application)
Do you consent to your name and face being publicly posted?
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Yes
No
Are you interested in sailing on the flotilla? (Note this is NOT a guarantee)
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Yes
No
What languages do you speak?
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We require a minimum of TWO written references. Please submit 2 character references. Include their full name, how you know them, and contact info (preferably an email that will be checked). Please also indicate if you were referred from the US GSF team or another organization.
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How would you go about making a decision under pressure, without the ability to consult leadership?
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How do you handle situations where a collective decision is made that you do not agree with?
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Please describe any direct action/humanitarian/crisis management experience you have.
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Describe a high stress situation you have experienced and explain what you did well and mistakes you learned from? (high stress of bodily danger, sleep/food deprivation, unpredictable environment)
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Please give a short description of what you know about the background of Israel and Palestine.
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Please describe any and all examples of times you have worked with diverse groups (e.g. people of color, LGBTQ community, other faith backgrounds, etc.)
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What is your understanding of the United States' involvement and the importance for US citizens and military veterans to be involved with this mission?
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Please list any specific skills you may be able to bring to the team (e.g. media, politics, legal expertise, etc)
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Do you have life circumstances that may affect your ability to do your role for the entirety of the trip? (caretaker of a loved one, on-call for work, school/kids schedule)
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Please submit a copy of your DD214 or another official document to verify your veterans' status. IF UPLOADING A DD214, PLEASE REDACT YOUR SSN.
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