Every once in a while, a special opportunity comes to us in life. In this case, it's from Rotary and called Group Study Exchange. A handful of 25 to 40 year old business and professional people can travel as a team, with most expenses paid by Rotary, on a cultural and vocational exchange in another country for nearly a month. They are hosted in homes of Rotarians, and get to know them and their families, their values, concerns and daily lives. And they share their own.
These team members also meet with peers or occasionally mentors in their vocation, and learn new ways of thinking, new approaches to problems, new solutions ... and a whole new culture to boot! GSE was started in New Zealand in the 50's. Today, nearly 600 teams travel the world every year, building bridges of understanding between peoples. It's part of the educational and peace efforts of Rotary International.
In this blog, the District 5100 Group Study Exchange (GSE) team will post their thoughts on their selection, preparation, travels, people they meet, and places they see. And, we imagine, the Rotarians who have supported them in this unique experience. This is their blog ... so, here it is!
Stewart Martin, GSE Chair for District 5100 - Oregon and SW Washington, USA
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