Sonja is sending warm greetings from Italy, where she’s currently taking part in a cultural exchange program. Read on for her reflections and advice: Cultural exchange in Italy during the time of COVID. Yes or no? To be or not to be? Dear future participants—those who have already found their…
Many of our participants found themselves abroad when the COVID-19 pandemic struck, and we’ve made it our priority to stay in close contact with them and offer the support they need. While safety is our top concern, and we continuously encourage everyone to follow local health guidelines, we can’t help…
Isidora began her cultural exchange journey to Italy on January 10, 2020, with excitement and the hope of experiencing something unforgettable—just like every participant dreaming of their big adventure. As she puts it, this experience brought her so much: she met new people, learned how to navigate unfamiliar situations, and…
Anja shared her story of cultural exchange in Italy—a transformative experience that didn’t just change the way she saw the world, but also how she saw herself. In these strange times, when everyone is wrapped up in health measures and adapting to a new normal, I felt the need to…
Tamara, one of our cultural exchange participants in Italy, shares a beautiful story from her time in Florence. Here’s what she had to say: I started my journey in the most beautiful region of Italy – Tuscany. I’m staying with a family based in Florence, where they live year-round. But…
Bojana, a participant in the cultural exchange program with Italy, shares her impressions of spending the summer in Verona. Here’s what she had to say: I’m currently part of a cultural exchange program aimed at getting to know Italy. I arrived in Italy on July 5th and will stay until…
Our program participant Gorana writes to us from Perugia, a historic Italian city where she’s been staying for a full month. Before setting off on this adventure, she had envisioned exactly what it would look like—and so far, her expectations have matched reality. The only thing she truly wished for…
Andiamo in Italia! Sara picked Italy for her adventure—and after her first month there, she knew she’d made the right choice. She signed up for the full three months without overthinking it, not knowing which city she’d end up in. Not long after applying, she received her first offer and…
Bojana chose Italy for her cultural exchange program and spent four unforgettable months by the beautiful Lake Garda. She admits that, at first, she was hesitant—wondering if she’d get along with the family, how her days would go… but now that it’s all behind her, she confidently says Trust me,…
Mejra, one of our cultural exchange participants, chose Italy as her destination and spent a month immersed in the local culture. Her main goal? To improve her Italian. But, as she says, her expectations were already exceeded by day three. Read more about Mejra’s short but sweet adventure below. I’m…
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