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Ways to Deal with Reverse Culture Shock
The single best thing you can do is to anticipate and accept that you will experience some degree of reverse culture shock. The worst thing you can do is to deny it or try...
Reverse Culture Shock
As you return home, you are likely to experience some very similar, but possibly surprising reactions that are part of what is known as reverse culture shock, or re‑entry shock. In the first few...
Summary of Rules and Conditions of Exchange
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
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
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...
Abuse Awareness and Prevention (OB and IB)
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...
Social Media Guidance
Instagram, SnapChat, Tik Tok and even Facebook can be a great way to keep in touch with friends you meet along the way but when used inappropriately it can result in an early departure...