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

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

“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.”

“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.”

“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.”

The best part was meeting and getting to know everyone. I was disappointed by how fast the time went. The other people in my delegation were amazing. I love them all. I learned better leadership skills and how to learn to communicate with the non-fluent English speakers. I’d like to tell future CISV delegations to View Full →

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

My understanding of the world was affected by participating in a CISV Village because I realized that even though we come from totally different places we are all human. Though we are all different, we can be friends. An activity during Village that taught me a lot was rich & poor day. This had a View Full →

“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.”

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

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

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 →

“My interchange partner and I went to his river house and had a camping trip and also went on a metro. I learned how to get together as a team could help. The hardest part was leaving my partner. I wish I could tell future CISV delegations how much fun it is.”

“CISV has encouraged me to be more patient, fostered critical thinking skills, and has given me hope that change is possible.”

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

“CISV creates an opportunity for people to learn about the world, cultural diversity and how to make a difference in the world.”

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

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

“I learned to be peaceful, to solve quarrels without violence, create win-win situations and not to judge people.”

“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.”

“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.”

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 →

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

“CISV is a place where no one will judge you about being yourself.”

“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.”

“I have learned to tolerate and be more open to people who are different.”

“CISV means learning about different cultures and making friends from all other the world.”

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

CISV has impacted every facet of my life in the sense of making new friends, having new experiences, traveling the world and learning to be a leader. It has shaped me as a person.

“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.”

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

“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. “

My understanding of the world was broadened through CISV. I learned that I can change the world.

“CISV is an organization that teaches kids how to be good leaders in their communities.”