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How to Talk with Friends/Family About Hosting Rotary Youth Exchange Students?



Discussing the opportunity to become a host family for inbound Rotary Youth Exchange students can be a transformative conversation for your friends, neighbors, and relatives. Begin by sharing the excitement of cultural exchange: “Imagine the incredible experience of welcoming a high school student from Japan into your home for a few months.

Through the Rotary Youth Exchange program, you can enrich your family’s life by learning about another culture firsthand and sharing your own. Hosting a student doesn’t just benefit them; it also brings new perspectives, traditions, and friendships into your home, creating lifelong memories for everyone involved.” Highlight the support and safety provided by Rotary: “Rotary carefully screens students and provides strong support systems, ensuring both the student and host family feel secure and well-prepared. While hosting requires some commitment, the rewards far outweigh the effort. It’s an opportunity to develop empathy, global awareness, and meaningful connections that extend beyond borders. If you’re curious to learn more, we could attend a local Rotary meeting or info session together—they provide all the details and answer any questions you might have.”

Contacts: Alesia Booth 404-226-3922; Vivian Bankston 770-309-5676; Michael Gould 770-617-2958; Don Horton 404-409-5558

Posted by Alesia Booth
June 11, 2024 8:00am

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