Applications are now open for young people wishing to “make that change” in their lives. In January this year three young Geraldton students left the country to return in 12 months, speaking a new language and experiencing something way beyond anything they had ever dreamed, a life changing experience to last forever.

Outbound Rotary Youth Exchange commenced in 1920 and the program and the students in particular are supported by the extensive Rotary network around the world.

Today more than 8,000 Youth Exchange students travel abroad to live and study in around 80 countries.

Student timeframe:

12 months
Hosted quarterly
Leave mid January 2015

Expectations during exchange:

Students will be expected to attend regular Host club Rotary meetings & events
Attend High School for the duration of their exchange
Get involved on Community events
Promote their country Australia
Learn their countries language

Eligibility for Youth Exchange:

Targeting students 15 but less than 18 as of January 1st, 2015.
Be healthy, physically and mentally. Adaptability – outgoing, confident, willing to adjust to change and surroundings.
Complete and unqualified support of parents.
Proficiency or capability to learn another language.

Selection Criteria: