Exchange
Our program takes place over a two-year period. Student members are referred to as “delegates”.
Typically the first year delegates will host an American guest. The second year, they travel to one of 4 participating cities in the United States where they will be accommodated in host families.
The program takes place between the mid-July and beginning of August depending on the scheduling due to the timing of the respective county’s/state’s summer holidays. The exchanges between countries (referred to as individual chapters) usually last for 19 days.
Fundraising is instrumental in offsetting these costs for hosting and travelling. Thoughout the school year the sudents participate in events to raise money (garage sales, car wash, baked good sales, VINTED, window cleaning etc…)
Taking Part in Operation Friendship…
- Free Time Activities
- Visiting Key Sights
- Making New Friends
- Getting to know their host families
