Hi! My name is Hanna, I’m 20 years old and I’m from Germany. I’m volunteering at William Blake House which is a care home for people with disabilities and I’m supporting the residents in their home with personal care, activities throughout the day and their needs in their daily lives. The main focus is a …
In our experience over the last 30 years, the majority of young people who makethe decision to go abroad for a long-term volunteering placement find it tobe a life-changing experience that helps shape them as people. Onevolunteer who had such an experience is Millie from Denmark. We askedher to tell us more about it. Can …
The Intertwined Journey of Volunteering and Mental Wellness From ICYE-UK we want to bring awareness on mental health and highlight the symbiotic relationship between volunteering and mental health, emphasising the mutual benefits for both the volunteers and the communities they serve. In a world teeming with challenges, the power of human connection shines brightest through …
Charity, like the notions of volunteerism and philanthropy, provides real social bonding and contributes to the creation of inclusive and more resilient societies. ICYE UK is a volunteering charity that provides placements for international volunteers to support local charities. As such, it aims to give people the opportunity to go on a transformational journey filled …
One of our favourite activities at our on-arrival camps is without a doubt the cultural café. It gives our newly arrived volunteers the opportunity to share their favourite parts of their culture. A fun way to celebrate intercultural exchange – volunteers can showcase everything from snacks to snippets of their countries’ history. In the past …
ICYE (International Cultural Youth Exchange) is an organisation dedicated to promoting youth exchange and intercultural learning. The International Day of Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition, observed on the 23rd of August, t aims to pay tribute to those who fought for freedom and to underline the importance of teaching about this history. …
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On this International Friendship Day, we at ICYE UK take a moment to celebrate the special bonds that cross geographical boundaries, cultural differences, and individual backgrounds. Our mission is about more than just exchanging cultural knowledge; it’s about building lifelong friendships that teach empathy, understanding, and mutual respect. Connecting Through Camps ICYE UK’s camps are …
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As pride month comes to an end, let us remember that this month isn’t just a celebration but to this day a time to fight for equal rights for people of the LGBTQI+ community all over the world. Whilst a lot of countries have been working towards a more diverse and inclusive society, laws are …
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In a world where borders often define our identities, it becomesimportant to recognise the shared humanity that unites us all. International Refugee Week provides an opportunity to reflect on the struggles faced by millions of refugees across the world. This is a week to think about being compassionate and supportive for those who have sought …
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ICYE-UK would like to join the United Nations in celebration of sustainable gastronomy day. What is Gastronomy? <<Gastronomy is According to Wikipedia, it is a lot of things 🙂 Why do we care about Gastronomy at ICYE-UK? Eating together is an essential part of cohabitation in harmony, a very important time to exchange experiences, insights …
