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What Nations Participate in CISV?

Americas Region
Canada, USA, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico,
Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru

North Europe Region
Denmark, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, Greenland, Iceland, Latvia,
Lithuania, Norway, Poland, Russia, Sweden

Central Europe Region
Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Georgia, Germany, Great Britain
Luxembourg, Netherlands, Romania, Slovenia, Switzerland, Ukraine

South Europe Region
Algeria, Austria, Cote d’Ivorie, Egypt, France, Greece, Hungary, Israel,
Italy, Jordan, Kenya, Lebanon, Portugal, Spain, Turkey

Asia Pacific Region
Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, New Zealand
Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam

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Stephanie, age 26

“CISV has helped me realize the importance of listening and being quiet at times when that may not be my first instinct.”

2014-05-03T01:47:07+00:00

“CISV has helped me realize the importance of listening and being quiet at times when that may not be my first instinct.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/stephanie-age-26-2/

Participant, age 16

“CISV has become such a huge part of my life. Not a day goes by that I don’t think about the friends I’ve make or experiences I’ve enjoyed.”

2014-05-03T01:43:51+00:00

“CISV has become such a huge part of my life. Not a day goes by that I don’t think about the friends I’ve make or experiences I’ve enjoyed.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/participant-age-16-2/

15 year old participant

“I participate in important things I would never have thought of doing before and also I feel much more confident about myself and my place in the world.”

2014-05-03T01:38:45+00:00

“I participate in important things I would never have thought of doing before and also I feel much more confident about myself and my place in the world.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/15-year-old-participant/

Rachel, Youth Meeting Delegate, age 14

The best part was meeting people. One of my best memories was the last night of the youth meeting. I learned about sustainable development goals. I’d like to tell future CISV delegations that it was worth it.

2016-09-15T13:45:52+00:00

The best part was meeting people. One of my best memories was the last night of the youth meeting. I learned about sustainable development goals. I’d like to tell future CISV delegations that it was worth it.

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/rachel-youth-meeting-delegate-age-14/

Kathryn, age 17

“We do a lot of situation games, which are my favorite. They put you in uncomfortable situations, where people aren’t treated the same. It is that way in the world and it makes you more aware.”

2014-05-03T01:36:52+00:00

“We do a lot of situation games, which are my favorite. They put you in uncomfortable situations, where people aren’t treated the same. It is that way in the world and it makes you more aware.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/kathryn-age-17/

Cecilia, Interchange participant, age 12

I wish I could share how much Interchange affected me. My partner and I became the best of friends and shared great memories together. The people in the other delegation were really fun to get along with. I learned that every culture is different and when in Interchange you have to go with the flow. View Full →

2016-09-15T13:53:33+00:00

I wish I could share how much Interchange affected me. My partner and I became the best of friends and shared great memories together. The people in the other delegation were really fun to get along with. I learned that every culture is different and when in Interchange you have to go with the flow. View Full →

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/cecilia-interchange-participant-age-12/

Olivia N., age 12

“The best memory from my interchange was hanging out as a group. My partner and I had a lot of fun together and I was disappointed when we had to leave Norway.”

2015-08-22T20:48:02+00:00

“The best memory from my interchange was hanging out as a group. My partner and I had a lot of fun together and I was disappointed when we had to leave Norway.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/olivia-n-age-12/

Tom, age 27

“Allowing every individual person in a group to have a voice, no matter their opinion, age, etc.”

2014-05-03T01:44:48+00:00

“Allowing every individual person in a group to have a voice, no matter their opinion, age, etc.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/tom-age-27/

Mia, Interchange delegate, age 13

I was surprised by the variety of Italy. The people in my delegation were fun to be around. The people in the Italian delegation were also very fun and energetic. I learned that you can be close to anyone even if you don’t speak the same language. My parents loved having a guest. My partner View Full →

2016-09-15T13:54:20+00:00

I was surprised by the variety of Italy. The people in my delegation were fun to be around. The people in the Italian delegation were also very fun and energetic. I learned that you can be close to anyone even if you don’t speak the same language. My parents loved having a guest. My partner View Full →

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/mia-interchange-delegate-age-13/

Sidney, age 12

“CISV is an interactive and fun way to learn about things that I may not have ever subconsciously thought about before. The experience is very important to me.”

2014-05-03T01:45:15+00:00

“CISV is an interactive and fun way to learn about things that I may not have ever subconsciously thought about before. The experience is very important to me.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/sidney-age-12-2/

Sammy, age 16

“CISV has made me more understanding. It has given me the ability to open my mind and the minds of those around me.”

2014-05-03T01:41:32+00:00

“CISV has made me more understanding. It has given me the ability to open my mind and the minds of those around me.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/sammy-age-16/

11-year-old Village delegate

“I learned to be non-prejudiced, to respect others and their differences and to always choose kindness.”

2015-08-22T20:47:01+00:00

“I learned to be non-prejudiced, to respect others and their differences and to always choose kindness.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/11-year-old-village-delegate-2/

Shawn, age 25

“How much potential I have started to see in myself by learning through others.”

2014-05-03T01:42:37+00:00

“How much potential I have started to see in myself by learning through others.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/shawn-age-25/

Ani, age 14

“The other people in my delegation were awesome. I could tell them anything. I was surprised by how much we (the youth delegates) controlled the camp. I learned advanced leadership skills and how to better make friends at Step-Up.”

2015-08-22T20:51:14+00:00

“The other people in my delegation were awesome. I could tell them anything. I was surprised by how much we (the youth delegates) controlled the camp. I learned advanced leadership skills and how to better make friends at Step-Up.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/ani-age-14/

Participant, age 15

“CISV is a way to learn new things and new ideas that I have never heard before. It is also a place where I can express myself fully. “

2014-05-03T01:46:23+00:00

“CISV is a way to learn new things and new ideas that I have never heard before. It is also a place where I can express myself fully. “

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/participant-age-15-2/

Gabby, age 14

“I learned about leadership and about myself and to be myself at Step-Up camp. I was surprised by how close the staff and leaders were with the delegates. I wish I could share the whole experience with everybody.”

2015-08-22T20:50:48+00:00

“I learned about leadership and about myself and to be myself at Step-Up camp. I was surprised by how close the staff and leaders were with the delegates. I wish I could share the whole experience with everybody.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/gabby-age-14/

Bradley, age 17

“CISV has totally changed my life. It has make me way more interested in international affairs and that is what I am going to do with my life.”

2014-05-03T01:38:20+00:00

“CISV has totally changed my life. It has make me way more interested in international affairs and that is what I am going to do with my life.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/bradley-age-17/

Kristin, age 13

“My interchange partner and I were basically sisters. We had a lot of fun together. The best part of the interchange were the people in the delegations.”

2015-08-22T20:48:55+00:00

“My interchange partner and I were basically sisters. We had a lot of fun together. The best part of the interchange were the people in the delegations.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/kristin-age-13/

Sidney, age 12

“A very valuable less that I’ve learned is one about awareness and not being selfish or close-minded.”

2014-05-03T01:43:02+00:00

“A very valuable less that I’ve learned is one about awareness and not being selfish or close-minded.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/sidney-age-12/

Carley, age 11

“Never judge a person by the cover and to always respect everyone and be nice to everyone.”

2014-05-03T01:42:17+00:00

“Never judge a person by the cover and to always respect everyone and be nice to everyone.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/carley-age-11/

Stephanie, age 26

“CISV is a safe space for dialogue, disagreements and lots of hugs.”

2014-05-03T01:47:32+00:00

“CISV is a safe space for dialogue, disagreements and lots of hugs.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/stephanie-age-26-3/

Brittney, age 22

“CISV is an organization that allows youth and adults to challenge mindsets to better understand those in our communities and around the world.”

2014-05-03T01:47:55+00:00

“CISV is an organization that allows youth and adults to challenge mindsets to better understand those in our communities and around the world.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/brittney-age-22-2/

Interchange delegate, age 13

“The best part was getting to know my interchange partner and the other delegation. My partner and I got along really well. We connected even though I am shy. My parents had a lot of fun hosting our interchange partner. They really liked her. One of the hardest parts was saying goodbye.”

2015-08-22T20:50:18+00:00

“The best part was getting to know my interchange partner and the other delegation. My partner and I got along really well. We connected even though I am shy. My parents had a lot of fun hosting our interchange partner. They really liked her. One of the hardest parts was saying goodbye.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/interchange-delegate-age-13/

Olivia K., age 14

“I learned a lot about walking in other people’s shoes and world conflicts. I’d like to tell future CISV delegations that they should enjoy every minute of camp.”

2015-08-22T20:52:08+00:00

“I learned a lot about walking in other people’s shoes and world conflicts. I’d like to tell future CISV delegations that they should enjoy every minute of camp.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/olivia-k-age-14/

Participant, age 17

“It was a really fun experience. I learned a lot about cooperating with others and how to act in other cultures.”

2014-05-03T01:37:53+00:00

“It was a really fun experience. I learned a lot about cooperating with others and how to act in other cultures.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/participant-age-17/

Participant, age 15

“My opinion does matter and it can make a difference. … to express what I think because it can make a big impact.”

2014-05-03T01:41:57+00:00

“My opinion does matter and it can make a difference. … to express what I think because it can make a big impact.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/participant-age-15/

Olivia H., age 14

“My partner and I are best friends. The other people in my delegation were awesome. Our delegations got along so well. When I talk about my CISV experience with my American friends think I actually have a special life.”

2015-08-22T20:49:25+00:00

“My partner and I are best friends. The other people in my delegation were awesome. Our delegations got along so well. When I talk about my CISV experience with my American friends think I actually have a special life.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/olivia-h-age-14/

Sid, age 14

“I learned how to live with a bunch of other people at Step-Up and changed my mind about judging people based on first impressions. I’d like to tell future CISV delegations how Step-Up was one of the best experiences of my life.”

2015-08-22T20:51:47+00:00

“I learned how to live with a bunch of other people at Step-Up and changed my mind about judging people based on first impressions. I’d like to tell future CISV delegations how Step-Up was one of the best experiences of my life.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/sid-age-14/

James, Village delegate, age 11

I learned a lot about different cultures. One of my best memories is meeting everyone at Village.

2016-09-14T19:24:00+00:00

I learned a lot about different cultures. One of my best memories is meeting everyone at Village.

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/james-village-delegate-age-11/

Brittney, age 22

“CISV has introduced me to wonderful people that I can grow with.”

2014-05-03T01:39:49+00:00

“CISV has introduced me to wonderful people that I can grow with.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/brittney-age-22/

Participant, age 16

“CISV has given me the chance to evolve into the person I am today.”

2014-05-03T01:40:49+00:00

“CISV has given me the chance to evolve into the person I am today.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/participant-age-16/

Bradley, age 17

“CISV is an organization that allows people to connect and learn about other cultures.”

2014-05-03T01:45:39+00:00

“CISV is an organization that allows people to connect and learn about other cultures.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/bradley-age-17-3/

Sammy, age 16

“It takes courage to stand up and takes even more to sit down and listen.”

2014-05-03T01:44:23+00:00

“It takes courage to stand up and takes even more to sit down and listen.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/sammy-age-16-2/

Ben, Interchange participant, age 12

I wish I could share this experience with everyone in the world. My partner and I became very close. The people in my delegation were awesome. The people in the Italian delegaton were awesome as well. One of my best memories was teaching the Italians how to play American football. I’d like to tell future View Full →

2016-09-15T13:54:00+00:00

I wish I could share this experience with everyone in the world. My partner and I became very close. The people in my delegation were awesome. The people in the Italian delegaton were awesome as well. One of my best memories was teaching the Italians how to play American football. I’d like to tell future View Full →

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/ben-interchange-participant-age-12/
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Stephanie, age 26

Participant, age 16

15 year old participant

Rachel, Youth Meeting Delegate, age 14

Kathryn, age 17

Cecilia, Interchange participant, age 12

Olivia N., age 12

Tom, age 27

Mia, Interchange delegate, age 13

Sidney, age 12

Sammy, age 16

11-year-old Village delegate

Shawn, age 25

Ani, age 14

Participant, age 15

Gabby, age 14

Bradley, age 17

Kristin, age 13

Sidney, age 12

Carley, age 11

Stephanie, age 26

Brittney, age 22

Interchange delegate, age 13

Olivia K., age 14

Participant, age 17

Participant, age 15

Olivia H., age 14

Sid, age 14

James, Village delegate, age 11

Brittney, age 22

Participant, age 16

Bradley, age 17

Sammy, age 16

Ben, Interchange participant, age 12

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