» Youth Meeting

A camp-based program for 12-19 + year-olds,
lasting either 8 or 15 days

2018 Youth Meeting Opportunities:

Queretaro, Mexico* July 6 to July 20, 2018

Pittsburgh, PA* July 15 to July 29, 2018

Maharashtra, India Dec 27, 2018 to Jan 3, 2019**

**participants should be born between June 1, 1999– Aug 31,* 2002)

***participants should be born between November 1,* 1999 – January 31, 2003)

To apply, complete the youth delegate application and get 2 youth delegate references, including 1 from a current teacher, which are available at www.cisvjax.org/apply.

Applicants should attend the selection overnight starting at 7pm on Friday, Feb 2 at RPDS. See apply and selection pages for more info.

Youth Meetings bring small groups of young people, of similar ages together from different countries within a region.

Youth Meetings are for 25-35 participants (aged 12-13, 14-15, 16-18 or 19+), coordinated by adult staff. Young people aged under 16 travel in delegations with an adult leader.

Join a Youth Meeting and explore aspects of a theme that affects us all, such as democracy, and share your perspectives and learn from each other. You will also think about how you can use what you gain from your experience - new understanding and planning and communication skills - beyond the camp in your school, college or community. As with all of our programs, you will find there is an emphasis on friendship and fun!

2017 Summer Spain, Finland and Denver Youth Meeting (age 16-18)
2016 Summer Denmark Youth Meeting (age 14-15): View online photo album
2015 Winter Sweden Youth Meeting (age 14-15): View online photo album
2015 Winter Illinois Youth Meeting (age 16-18): View online photo album
2014 Switzerland Youth Meeting: View online photo album

Read more about Youth Meeting or check out some Youth Meeting stories

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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/

Carley, age 11

“CISV means to me that being family isn’t just blood.”

2014-05-03T01:49:34+00:00

“CISV means to me that being family isn’t just blood.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/carley-age-11-2/

Lauren, age 16

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

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

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

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

CISV Volunteer

“It is difficult to convey to new parents how profound the CISV experience is when they are looking at CISV for the first time.”

2013-09-01T01:53:54+00:00

“It is difficult to convey to new parents how profound the CISV experience is when they are looking at CISV for the first time.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/cisv-volunteer/

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/

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/

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/

Erin, age 16

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

2014-05-03T01:34:19+00:00

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

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

Bradley, age 17

“CISV has made me more compassionate.”

2014-05-03T01:39:09+00:00

“CISV has made me more compassionate.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/bradley-age-17-2/

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/

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/

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/

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/

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 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/

Stephanie, age 26

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

2014-05-03T01:41:11+00:00

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

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

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/

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/

Ani, Step Up delegate, age 15

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 →

2016-09-15T13:52:24+00:00

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 →

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/ani-step-up-delegate-age-15/

Nico, Village delegate, age 11

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

2016-09-15T13:51:17+00:00

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

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

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/

Chris, age 14

“I think it teaches kids a lot of important lessons. It teaches that you can talk things out instead of fighting.”

2014-05-03T01:37:28+00:00

“I think it teaches kids a lot of important lessons. It teaches that you can talk things out instead of fighting.”

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

Emily, age 13

“CISV has let me travel the world and learn about others.”

2014-05-03T01:40:19+00:00

“CISV has let me travel the world and learn about others.”

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

Emily, age 13

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

2014-05-03T01:48:50+00:00

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

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/emily-age-13-3/

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/

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/

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/

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/

Sammy, age 16

“CISV means opening your mind. It means making yourself award, learning and making friends.”

2014-05-03T01:45:59+00:00

“CISV means opening your mind. It means making yourself award, learning and making friends.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/sammy-age-16-3/

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/

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/

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/

CISV Volunteer

“CISV makes me believe that a better world is possible and because we’re actually working for it.”

2013-09-01T01:54:51+00:00

“CISV makes me believe that a better world is possible and because we’re actually working for it.”

http://www.cisvjax.org/testimonials/cisv-volunteer-2/

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/
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A camp-based program for 12-19 + year-olds, lasting either 8 or 15 days

2018 Youth Meeting Opportunities:

Queretaro, Mexico* July 6 to July 20, 2018

Pittsburgh, PA* July 15 to July 29, 2018

Maharashtra, India** Dec 27, 2018 to Jan 3, 2019

*participants should be born between June 1, 1999– Aug 31, 2002)

**participants should be born between November 1, 1999 – January 31, 2003)

To apply, complete the youth delegate application and get 2 youth delegate references, including 1 from a current teacher, which are available at www.cisvjax.org/apply.

Applicants should attend the selection overnight starting at 7pm on Friday, Feb 2 at RPDS. See apply and selection pages for more info.

Read more about Youth Meeting or check out some Youth Meeting stories

Email Sign-Up

Mia, Interchange delegate, age 13

Carley, age 11

Lauren, age 16

CISV Volunteer

Rachel, Youth Meeting Delegate, age 14

Gabby, age 14

Kathryn, age 17

Erin, age 16

Bradley, age 17

Stephanie, age 26

Carley, age 11

Sidney, age 12

Ani, age 14

Olivia K., age 14

Participant, age 16

Stephanie, age 26

Kristin, age 13

Participant, age 15

Ani, Step Up delegate, age 15

Nico, Village delegate, age 11

Interchange delegate, age 13

Chris, age 14

Emily, age 13

Emily, age 13

Sammy, age 16

Sidney, age 12

Olivia N., age 12

Sid, age 14

Sammy, age 16

James, Village delegate, age 11

Shawn, age 25

Ben, Interchange participant, age 12

CISV Volunteer

Stephanie, age 26

Recent Blog Posts

Contact Info

A camp-based program for 12-19 + year-olds,
lasting either 8 or 15 days

Maharashtra, India Dec 27, 2018 to Jan 3, 2019**

**participants should be born between June 1, 1999– Aug 31,* 2002)

***participants should be born between November 1,* 1999 – January 31, 2003)