The counselor selected for the inbound student has numerous and weighty responsibilities. His/her action/inaction can determine the success/failure of the student, the host family or the club. THE FIRST RESPONSIBILITY OF A GOOD COUNSELOR...
Although Rotary International offers support to local Rotary Youth Exchange programs through publications and suggested guidelines, Rotary districts and clubs run their programs independent of Rotary International. Therefore, each club or district program will...
CLUB ROLES Rotary Club – Rotary International is organized into local clubs and districts. These clubs are often made up of members who represent local businesses, professions, and governments. A club may hold its...
DISTRICT ROLES Rotary District – Districts are numbered for identification and are governed by a District Governor. District 5100 is comprised of 70 clubs in Northern Oregon and Southwestern Washington, USA. District 5100 serves...
Sexual abuse rarely occurs during a student’s exchange year. However, we wish to inform you about how to recognize sexual abuse so you do not become a victim. While on exchange, it can be...
Country Selection for Long-Term Exchange Does a student get to choose their country? This a frequent question. And the answer is … yes and no. The countries we exchange with are those we know...
Glossary of Terms Rotary uses a lot of acronyms, and though we try to explain these as they come up, this reference is provided for your convenience. Also included are explanations of Rotary roles,...
Get to Know the Inbound Student How have you been getting along? Do you want me to speak slowly and more simply? What is your given name? Do you have an English name? How...