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CISV really helped me socially mature. as I got older, I found myself more and more in situations where being compassionate and understanding rather than quick to action has acted to my greatest benefit.
— Nico, alumni of Faces 2022, Brazil Seminar 2022, Germany Step Up 2019, Denmark Interchange 2018, and Austria Village 2016. Nico will attend Drexel University in the Fall. |
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“Attending CISV camps, I have built so many wonderful friendships and have gained confidence. Learning about other cultures in incredible places like Italy and Finland, has sparked my love of traveling and encouraged me to be open-minded while trying new things. I can’t imagine my life without CISV because I really think that the amazing memories and themes of CISV shaped who I am as a person today.“
– Bella, alumni of Finland Village JC 2022, Italy Step Up 2019, Czech Republic Interchange 2017, and Canada Village 2016. Bella will attend the University of Florida in the Fall.
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“CISV has taught me how to interact and converse with people not just from other cultures, but with anyone who shares a different perspective. I love this because it allows me to enrich my life with meaningful experiences.”
— Ryan, alumni of Italy Step Up 2019, Denmark Interchange 2018, and Austria Village 2016. Ryan will be attending Florida State University as a presidential scholar in the Fall. |
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“CISV has allowed me to learn, evolve, and grow as a young adult and has taught me a plethora of life skills I can always carry with me. Through CISV, I’ve been through challenges that have broadened my global perspective and have deepened my appreciation for other cultures. Lastly, I’m grateful for the many life-long friends I gained throughout my CISV experiences.”
—– Saumya, alumni of CISV Jax Jr. Branch Board 2019 to 2023, Faces JC 2021, Denmark Step Up 2019, Czech Republic Interchange 2017, and Canada Village 2016. Saumya will attend New York University in the Fall.
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“CISV instilled in me a true desire for social justice in the United States and abroad. Because I was able to meet fascinating people from all around the world, my own views were challenged and enriched by their diverse perspectives. My experiences from Step Up have guided me through high school and will definitely continue to do so in college.”
— Tom, alumni of Step Up Italy 2019. Tom will attend Yale University in the Fall. |