New Generations Exchange Transition

New Generations Exchange Transition

• History– Established in 1997 as short-term exchange for

ages 18-25– Within past year, of the 8,500 annual student

exchanges only 235 were NGE (>3%)– Given the low participation rate, and the large

investment and administrative responsibilities borne by each district the RI Board requested an alternative model to support and grow the program

New Generations Exchanges

• May 2011 - RI Board requested transition plan for New Generations Exchanges

• Youth Exchange committee and regional Youth Exchange groups were consulted

• May 2012 – Feedback from regional groups was presented to the Board

New Generations Exchanges

New Generations Service Exchange

• Will be under the oversight of the district New Generations Service committees

• Open to Adults ages 18-30 (majority in the host country)• The exchange must include a strong humanitarian or

vocational service component, e.g. service project, internship, or vocational training

• Flexible. For individuals or groups• Last up to six months• Funded locally. No funding mechanism through RI or TRF

What is New Generations Service Exchange?

• Long-term and short-term exchanges• Age range still 15-19, or over if mutually

agreed upon by the partner districts• RI Certification requirements must continue to

be met• Prearranged New Generations Exchanges

may continue through 30 June 2014

How does this effect Youth Exchange?

• Freedom to develop flexible exchange experiences

• Great way to attract potential members• More time and resources available to

devote to expanding the program

What are the benefits of this new model?

• Vocational (group)• Internship (single)• Volunteer (single)

How can we start the new model?

Email: [email protected]

Phone: +1 847-866-3421

Questions?