Jacksonville

Faces Fun Day #3 2024
2024-03-02 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Kids Hope Alliance, 1095 A. Phillip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32206
CISV Jacksonville selects youth for its Faces program (for kids in 4th or 5th grade in the 2023-24 school year).
Selection events provide children with a firsthand experience of CISV games and activities, offer parents insights into CISV’s educational principles and program specifics, and allow our chapter to familiarize itself with youth and leader applicants.
We also invite adults to a CISV “101” Info Session to delve deeper into CISV’s principles.
The Faces Programs aim to cultivate an understanding of each other’s lives and foster communication, cooperation, and communal living. Selection criteria include a child’s maturity, openness to new experiences and people, enthusiasm for participation, and the ability to be away from family during the program. The delegation’s personality mix is also considered.
Activities are typically planned and led by teenage leaders from the Junior Branch and experienced adult delegation leaders. Planning selection events provides our youth leaders with an opportunity to practice and enhance their leadership skills.

Apply for Faces
Get Reference Form for Your Child’s Teacher to Complete
Learn More About the Selection Process

CISV Volunteers please sign up here to volunteer the day of event or help provide snacks.

Faces Fun Day #4 2024
2024-04-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Hendricks Ave. Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 4001 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville, 32207, United States
CISV Jacksonville selects youth for its Faces program (for kids in 4th or 5th grade in the 2023-24 school year).
Selection events provide children with a firsthand experience of CISV games and activities, offer parents insights into CISV’s educational principles and program specifics, and allow our chapter to familiarize itself with youth and leader applicants.
We also invite adults to a CISV “101” Info Session to delve deeper into CISV’s principles.
The Faces Programs aim to cultivate an understanding of each other’s lives and foster communication, cooperation, and communal living. Selection criteria include a child’s maturity, openness to new experiences and people, enthusiasm for participation, and the ability to be away from family during the program. The delegation’s personality mix is also considered.
Activities are typically planned and led by teenage leaders from the Junior Branch and experienced adult delegation leaders. Planning selection events provides our youth leaders with an opportunity to practice and enhance their leadership skills.

Apply for Faces
Get Reference Form for Your Child’s Teacher to Complete
Learn More About the Selection Process

Volunteers please sign up here to volunteer the day of event or help provide snacks.

Village/Faces Fun Day #1 2025 & CISV 101
2025-01-11 09:00 - 11:30 | Hendricks Ave. Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 4001 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville, 32207, United States
CISV Jacksonville conducts three events to select participants for its Village program (children born between September 1, 2013, and August 31, 2014) and Faces program (4th or 5th-grade students in the 2024-25 school year):

Two Saturday Morning “Play Days”
One Friday Night Overnight (Mandatory)

Attending more events increases the likelihood of selection. The overnight event is mandatory.
These selection events offer children a glimpse into CISV games and activities, provide parents with a deeper understanding of CISV’s educational principles and program specifics, and allow our chapter to familiarize itself with youth and leader applicants.
We also host a CISV “101” Info Session for adults to gain insights into CISV’s principles.
The Village and Faces Programs aim to foster understanding, communication, cooperation, and communal living. Selection criteria include a child’s maturity, openness to new experiences and people, enthusiasm for participation, and the ability to be away from family during the program. The composition of personalities within the delegation is also considered for a balanced mix.
Activities are typically planned and led by teenage leaders from the Junior Branch and experienced adult leaders. Planning selection events enables our chapter’s youth leaders to hone their leadership skills.
All Village applicants and their parents will undergo interviews during one of the selection events. While we prefer Village applicants to apply before the event, those seeking information are welcome to join without applying.

Apply for Village
Apply for Faces
Get Reference Form
Sign Up for Parent Interview (Village Program Only)
Learn More About the Selection Process

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Village and Faces Fun Day #2 2025 & CISV 101
2025-01-25 09:00 - 11:30 | Hendricks Ave. Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 4001 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville, 32207, United States
CISV Jacksonville conducts three events to select participants for its Village program (children born between September 1, 2013, and August 31, 2014) and Faces program (4th or 5th-grade students in the 2024-25 school year):

Two Saturday Morning “Play Days”
One Friday Night Overnight (Mandatory)

Attending more events increases the likelihood of selection. The overnight event is mandatory.
These selection events offer children a glimpse into CISV games and activities, provide parents with a deeper understanding of CISV’s educational principles and program specifics, and allow our chapter to familiarize itself with youth and leader applicants.
We also host a CISV “101” Info Session for adults to gain insights into CISV’s principles.
The Village and Faces Programs aim to foster understanding, communication, cooperation, and communal living. Selection criteria include a child’s maturity, openness to new experiences and people, enthusiasm for participation, and the ability to be away from family during the program. The composition of personalities within the delegation is also considered for a balanced mix.
Activities are typically planned and led by teenage leaders from the Junior Branch and experienced adult leaders. Planning selection events enables our chapter’s youth leaders to hone their leadership skills.
All Village applicants and their parents will undergo interviews during one of the selection events. While we prefer Village applicants to apply before the event, those seeking information are welcome to join without applying.

Apply for Village
Apply for Faces
Get Reference Form
Sign Up for Parent Interview (Village Program Only)
Learn More About the Selection Process

Village and FACES Overnight 2025 & CISV 101
2025-02-07 19:00 - 2025-02-08 08:30 | RPDS, 830 Oak St, jacksonville, FL, 32202
Event Purpose:

Provide youth with a firsthand experience of CISV games and activities
Enhance parents’ understanding of CISV’s educational principles and program specifics
Enable our chapter to get to know youth and leader applicants

Additional Offerings:

CISV Parent Mini-Minicamp: An introductory session from 7:30-9:30 pm providing adults with the chance to engage in activities similar to those conducted at camp.

Applications:
Please ensure your application is completed before the overnight event.

Apply for a program using this form.

Submit references. Have 2 adults who know you well complete this reference form.

Parent and Youth Interviews:
All Village applicants and their parents will undergo interviews during one of the selection events.

Parents of youth applying for Village, sign up to bring a food item here and schedule a Village parent interview here.

Adults applying to lead a program, sign up for an interview here.

Overnight Chaperoning:

Youth will be chaperoned at the overnight event, maintaining a 1 adult to 8 youth ratio.

The events will be organized and led by teenage leaders from the Junior Branch and experienced adult delegation leaders. Planning selection events serves as a platform for our youth leaders to further develop their leadership skills.

Learn More:

Learn more about the CISV Selection Process here.

Program Videos:

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Faces Fun Day #3 2025
2025-03-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Kids Hope Alliance, 1095 A. Phillip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32206
CISV Jacksonville selects youth for its Faces program (for kids who are age 9, 10 or 11 during the camp dates).
Selection events provide children with a firsthand experience of CISV games and activities, offer parents insights into CISV’s educational principles and program specifics, and allow our chapter to familiarize itself with youth and leader applicants.
We also invite adults to a CISV “101” Info Session to delve deeper into CISV’s principles.
The Faces Programs aim to cultivate an understanding of each other’s lives and foster communication, cooperation, and communal living. Selection criteria include a child’s maturity, openness to new experiences and people, enthusiasm for participation, and the ability to be away from family during the program. The delegation’s personality mix is also considered.
Activities are typically planned and led by teenage leaders from the Junior Branch and experienced adult delegation leaders. Planning selection events provides our youth leaders with an opportunity to practice and enhance their leadership skills.

Apply for Faces
Get Reference Form for Your Child’s Teacher to Complete
Learn More About the Selection Process

CISV Volunteers please sign up here to volunteer the day of event or help provide snacks.

Faces Fun Day #4 2025
2025-04-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Shepherd of the Woods – Southside, 7860 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32256, United States
CISV Jacksonville selects youth for its Faces program (for kids who are 9, 10 or 11 years of age during the camp dates).
Selection events provide children with a firsthand experience of CISV games and activities, offer parents insights into CISV’s educational principles and program specifics, and allow our chapter to familiarize itself with youth and leader applicants.
We also invite adults to a CISV “101” Info Session to delve deeper into CISV’s principles.
The Faces Programs aim to cultivate an understanding of each other’s lives and foster communication, cooperation, and communal living. Selection criteria include a child’s maturity, openness to new experiences and people, enthusiasm for participation, and the ability to be away from family during the program. The delegation’s personality mix is also considered.
Activities are typically planned and led by teenage leaders from the Junior Branch and experienced adult delegation leaders. Planning selection events provides our youth leaders with an opportunity to practice and enhance their leadership skills.

Apply for Faces
Get Reference Form for Your Child’s Teacher to Complete
Learn More About the Selection Process

Volunteers please sign up here to volunteer the day of event or help provide snacks.

Village & Faces Fun Day #1 and CISV 101
2026-01-10 09:00 - 12:00 | Emmett Reed Community Center, 1093 W Sixth Street, Jacksonville, FL, 32209, United States
Village & Faces Fun Day #1
Join us for an exciting Saturday morning where future global citizens come together! Our Village & Faces Fun Day gives children a taste of the amazing CISV experience through interactive games, activities, and friendship-building led by our enthusiastic Junior Branch leaders.
This is your chance to explore what makes CISV special while having an absolute blast! Children will participate in classic CISV activities that build communication, cooperation, and cross-cultural understanding. Meanwhile, parents can learn about our educational approach and connect with other families considering this life-changing opportunity during our CISV 101.
Open to Village applicants (born Sept 1, 2014 – Aug 31, 2015) and Faces applicants (4th-5th graders in 2026-27 school year). Whether you’ve already applied or are just curious about CISV, come discover why our programs create friendships that last a lifetime!
Selection Process: Attending more events increases your chances of selection. The Friday night overnight event is mandatory for all applicants. Learn more about the selection process – HERE
Village Applications & Interviews: All Village applicants and parents of new applicants will participate in interviews during selection events.

Apply Here
Parent Interview Sign-up Here

Contact cisvjax@gmail.com for more information

Village & Faces Fun Day #2 and CISV 101
2026-01-24 09:00 - 12:00 | Shepherd of the Woods – Southside, 7860 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32256, United States
Village & Faces Fun Day #2
Join us for an exciting Saturday morning where future global citizens come together! Our Village & Faces Fun Day gives children a taste of the amazing CISV experience through interactive games, activities, and friendship-building led by our enthusiastic Junior Branch leaders.
This is your chance to explore what makes CISV special while having an absolute blast! Children will participate in classic CISV activities that build communication, cooperation, and cross-cultural understanding. Meanwhile, parents can learn about our educational approach and connect with other families considering this life-changing opportunity during our CISV 101.
Open to Village applicants (born Sept 1, 2014 – Aug 31, 2015) and Faces applicants (4th-5th graders in 2026-27 school year). Whether you’ve already applied or are just curious about CISV, come discover why our programs create friendships that last a lifetime!
Selection Process: Attending more events increases your chances of selection. The Friday night overnight event is mandatory for all applicants. Learn more about the selection process – HERE
Village Applications & Interviews: All Village applicants and parents of new applicants will participate in interviews during selection events.

Apply Here
Parent Interview Sign-up Here

Contact cisvjax@gmail.com for more information

Village & FACES Overnight Selection Event 2026
2026-02-06 19:00 - 2026-02-07 08:30 | RPDS, 830 Oak St, jacksonville, FL, 32202
Join us for the mandatory overnight experience that’s essential for all Village delegate and leader applicants! This Friday night adventure gives children (born Sept 1, 2014 – Aug 31, 2015) a firsthand taste of CISV games, activities, and the independence they’ll need for their international Village experience.
Our experienced Junior Branch leaders and adult volunteers will guide participants through team-building activities and classic CISV experiences in a safe, supervised environment with a 1:8 adult-to-youth ratio. This overnight helps us get to know each applicant while giving families a deeper understanding of CISV’s educational approach.
Special for Parents: Join our CISV 101 where adults can learn more about our programs and gain insights into what makes CISV special.
Village Applications & Interviews: All Village applicants and parents of new applicants will participate in interviews during selection events. Please complete applications before the overnight. APPLY HERE

Parent Interview Sign-up Here
Food Item Sign Up Here
Adult Leader Interview Sign-up – Coming Soon!

Contact cisvjax@gmail.com for more information.

Faces Fun Day #3
2026-03-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Kids Hope Alliance, 1095 A. Phillip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32206
Calling all Faces applicants for another Saturday of CISV fun! This special Fun Day is designed specifically for our 4th and 5th-grade participants (2026-27 school year) to dive deeper into the Faces program experience.
Join our Junior Branch leaders for activities tailored to help you understand what makes the Faces program so unique. Through engaging games and group activities, you’ll get a real feel for the cooperation, creativity, and cultural exchange that define CISV. We’re looking for youth who show maturity, openness to new experiences, enthusiasm, and readiness for an amazing adventure!
This is a great opportunity to make new friends, show your team spirit, and demonstrate why you’d be perfect for our Faces delegation. Remember – attending more events increases your chances of selection, and the Friday night overnight is mandatory for all applicants. Learn more about the selection process – HERE
Contact cisvjax@gmail.com for more information.

Faces Fun Day #4
2026-04-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Kids Hope Alliance, 1095 A. Phillip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32206
