Group Study Exchange

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Interested in an international adventure of a lifetime?

Join our goodwill exchange to Tasmania!

Enthusiastic, informed and articulate young professionals are sought for an exciting Rotary sponsored 4-week vocational and cultural visit to Tasmania May 20^th to June 21^st of 2012. Through Rotary’s world renown Group Study Exchange Program, local residents (non-Rotarians) have the opportunity to foster international awareness and understanding through an exchange that involves team members sharing information about their own country while experiencing the customs, vocations and lifestyle of another.

The Group Study Exchange Program of the Rotary Foundation provides a unique opportunity for young men and women between the ages of 25 and 40 to meet with professional peers in another country to enhance occupational and cultural knowledge. A dynamic itinerary with a focus on international adventure, education & global understanding provide team members with an amazing once in a lifetime experience.

While In Tasmania, team members will stay with Rotarians who will provide meals, lodging and group travel in the host district. The Rotary Foundation provides a round trip air ticket. Team members pay only for personal and incidental expenses.

Young professionals age 25 to 40, employed full time, and residing in the Thunder Bay area (Rotary District 5580) are encouraged to apply. Read more about the Group Study Exchange and download the Team Member Application or the Team Leader Application.

Closing date for applications & essays of interest for Team Members is July 22^nd, 2011. Closing date for Team Leader applications is August 22nd, 2011. For further information and to submit applications, please contact Jill Zachary or Solade Nicol. Complete applications can also be mailed to:

The Group Study Exchange Selection Committee,
c/o 413 Amethyst Crescent,
Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7C 1T2

Rotary District 9830 ~ Tasmania, Australia

Tasmania, a dazzling island state with breathtaking vistas, is located 150 miles south of Australia and is home to 48 Rotary Clubs and 1,500 Rotarians. It is dubbed the "island of inspiration" due to its relatively untouched natural environment. With five distinct regions to explore, unique fauna, world-class wineries, beautiful golf courses and excellent cuisine, Tasmania offers endless adventures and possibilities!

The capital city Hobart is both administrative center and bustling port city...

The unique landscapes will delight your eye as they capture your heart...

And of course, there are PLENTY of Tasmanian Devils!