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Transformative Cultural Exchange: Join the Rotary Group Study Exchange Program

The Rotary Group Study Exchange (GSE) Program offers a unique opportunity for business professionals aged 25-40 to engage in a transformative cultural and vocational exchange. For 4-6 weeks, teams visit paired areas across different countries, immersing themselves in the host country’s culture, sharing professional practices, and establishing valuable relationships. In March 2012, teams from Virginia and England will collaborate with members from Haiti and St. Maarten, providing enriching experiences through vocational visits, club presentations, and cultural tours. Join us and be part of this exciting journey!

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Transformative Cultural Exchange: Join the Rotary Group Study Exchange Program

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  1. Group Study Exchange Rotary GSE Team

  2. About the GSE program • Aunique cultural and vocational exchange opportunity • Businesspeople and professionals • Between the ages of 25 and 40 • In the early stages of their careers. • Roughly 4 to 6 weeks

  3. Travel grants for teams • To exchange visits in paired areas of different countries • To experience the host country's culture and institutions • To observe how their vocations are practiced abroad • To develop personal and professional relationships • To exchange ideas

  4. Spring 2011 • District 7020 sponsored 2 GSE teams • One from Haiti travelled to Virginia • One from St. Maarten/Anguilla/St. Barth’s travelled to England

  5. Spring, 2011 • A team from our area travelled to England • Team leader, Rebecca Low, St. Maarten • Team members were from • Anguilla • St. Maarten • St. Barthelemy • The vocations were Hospitality.

  6. Spring, 2012 • A team from Virginia will return to Haiti • A team from England will return to St. Maarten/Anguilla/St. Barth’s

  7. Spring, 2012 • A return team from England will be in Anguilla this spring • Anguilla • Saturday, March 10 • Sunday, March 11 • Monday, March 12

  8. Typical 4-week tour • 5 full days of vocational visits • 15 to 20 club presentations • 10 to 15 formal visits and social events • 2 to 3 days at the district conference • 3 to 4 hours per day of cultural and site tours • 3 to 4 hours per day of free time with host families

  9. Rotary Foundation provides • For each team member • the most economical round-trip airline ticket between the home and host countries

  10. Host Rotarians provide • meals • lodging, and • group travel within their district • This is what Anguilla must provide for the weekend of March 10-12

  11. Structure of teams • 4 to 6 non-Rotarian team members • usually of various business and professional backgrounds • one Rotarian team leader

  12. In the host district • Teams visit local businesses, government offices, and community organizations. • Teams tour historical and cultural sites. • Teams stay with Rotarian host families. • Teams make presentations about their home countries and professions.

  13. In the sponsor district • Team members receive orientation and cultural preparation before the trip. • The host country is chosen before a team member’s application and selection.

  14. Orientation before travel • Language training • Practice of oral presentations • Visits to Rotary clubs • Background about Rotary International’s mission and the programs of its Foundation.

  15. Rotary Club of Anguilla • Reserve the weekend of March 10-12. • Plan now to be with the club that weekend. • All Rotarians are expected to attend and take part in the social activities.

  16. Saturday March 10

  17. Saturday expectations - • Meet the group at Blowing Point. • Plan to assist, where necessary, with transportation of the team members. • Join us for a lunch meeting. • Museum and hotels tour in afternoon. • Join us for supper on Saturday night.

  18. Sunday, March 11

  19. Sunday expectations - • Meet at Tasty’s for breakfast. • Assist with transportation where necessary. • If you wish to attend church, you’re welcome! • Meet at Johnno’s for lunch and afternoon activity. • Join us for dinner at Viceroy.

  20. Monday, March 12

  21. Monday expectations - • Meet for breakfast at 8:00 a.m. • Assist with transportation where necessary. • Meet with Governor at 10:00 a.m. • Join us for lunch to wish them well. • Help us say good-bye at Blowing Point.

  22. Your participation • All Rotarians are expected to participate • Show your support

  23. GSE Team – Canada to Tanzania • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fisc-YCcmns • 8 minute video

  24. Group Study Exchange Rotary GSE Team

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