16–18 yrsExchange✈️ Going abroadpaid
YCE Exchange Youth — Youth Cultural Exchange
ApplicationsAlways open
16–18 yrs · paidYouth cultural exchange for ages 16-22, featuring homestays abroad for 2-6 weeks. Includes social activities, cultural visits, and optional volunteer projects. Participants must be sponsored by a Lions Club and study the language of the host country.
- Age
- 16–18 yrs
- Cost
- Paid
- Applications
- Always open
- Format
- In person
- From Ukraine?
- Not stated whether children from Ukraine can apply — check with the organiser
- Organiser
- Lions Clubs International
Exchange Programme
YCE (Youth Camp and Exchange) is a global initiative of Lions Clubs International aimed at fostering cross-cultural understanding through youth exchanges.
Who Can Participate
- Young people aged 16-22
- Must be sponsored by a Lions Club
- Ready to represent their country and sponsoring club
- Willing to learn about the culture and language of the host country
- Must provide proof of insurance (health, medical, travel) and a liability release form
Duration
Exchanges typically last 2 to 6 weeks with homestays in families connected to Lions Clubs, with support from sponsoring and host clubs.
What's Included
- Accommodation and meals with the host family (covered by the local Lions Club)
- Social activities
- Cultural visits
- Possible service projects
What Participants Pay For
- Airfare
- Camp fees (if applicable)
- Insurance (health, medical, travel)
- Travel documents
- Spending money
How to Apply
- Find a sponsoring Lions Club in your country (using the club locator)
- Contact the sponsoring club with information about which countries interest you
- Get in touch with YCE Chairs in the countries you're interested in for details about conditions and application requirements
Cost
Varies by country.
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