Programs

C.I.F.
 The Council of International Fellowship

International Exchange Programs

The international exchange programs offer professional, cultural and educational exchange opportunities. The program combines practical and theoretical information about the social and cultural environment of the host country beside Cross-cultural exchange the participants who come from many different countries.

For eligibility requirements, length of stay, application deadlines and other details, please contact your National Branch. If your country does not have a Branch, obtain information from the Contact Person in your country and if not available, then directly from the host country where you plan to apply for the Exchange Program.
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COMPONENTS OF A TYPICAL EXCHANGE PROGRAM

Orientation: The orientation of a program is aimed at providing a theoretical framework to understand the social, economic and cultural trends prevalent in the country with a historical perspective, building group cohesiveness, tolerance and understanding.

Experience in a multicultural group: Every participant presents work methods and intervention strategies, as well as the socioeconomic situation and cultural trends of her/his own country. This facilitates cultural exchange, cross-cultural training, and sharing of ideas and skills.

Agency Placements: Participants are placed to train in agencies related to their own specialized field, to observe and experience professional social work in the host country.

Host Family Living: Living with host families provides participants with an unique cultural experience that enriches the understanding and tolerance of diversities and develops lasting cross-cultural friendships.

Evaluation: Evaluation offers participants an opportunity to clarify new gained impressions, knowledge and experience, in order to assess the effectiveness of the program.

Throughout Africa, Asia, Europe, Middle East, North and South America and Oceania 31 countries have established National Branches. More than twenty of them run also C.I.F. Exchange Programs.

C.I.F. Board of Directors is constituted of representatives of each C.I.F. National Branch and CIPUSA.

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Please click on the links below to view related files. Download an application form and a recommendation form or contact Executive Committee with your questions and special requests.